Article medically reviewed by
Ariel Teitel, M.D., M.B.A.

Lupus and lupus treatments can cause changes to hair, including bald spots, thinning hair, and brittle, breakable hair. Hair loss adds insult to injury, drawing unwanted attention and depleting self-esteem. Support from others who understand can help when dealing with hair loss.

On MyLupusTeam, the social network and online support group for those living with lupus, members talk about a range of personal experiences and struggles. Hair is one of the top 10 topics most discussed.

Here are a few question-and-answer threads about hair:

• Has anyone had bald spots on their scalps from lupus?

• I have squamous-cell carcinoma of the scalp, has anyone had this symptom?

• Does anyone use organic hair color?

Here are conversations that have taken place about hair:

• Does anyone have any recommendations for dealing with hair loss and lifeless hair?

• My hair loss is really getting me down. Any advice?

• I think my treatment is giving me brittle hair.

Have another topic you'd like to discuss or explore? Go to MyLupusTeam today and start the conversation. You'll be surprised just how many others may share similar stories.

Feel free to ask a question here.

Dr. Teitel is the clinical associate professor of medicine at the NYU Langone Medical Center in New York. Learn more about him here.