Receptionists often provide the first impression for a company, so it's widely accepted that they look the part. This means following the appropriate dress code, and making sure their hair, makeup, nails, etc. are neat and tidy.
One woman thought all was well at her new job, since there was no mention of her appearance during the interviews and the first few days. Imagine her surprise when she was called aside about her "messy" hair, and informed that if it isn't fixed, she could find herself fired. She's been left feeling embarrassed, worried and confused. Especially since she's already been doing her best to hide severe hair loss due to a medical issue.
She thought all was well at her new receptionist job until she was reprimanded over her "messy" hair
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She doesn't know how to tell her bosses that she's doing her best to hide severe hair loss, which is the result of a medical condition
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"It's not my fault for being... ugly": she shared her thoughts after some introspection
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People had loads of advice for her and some reminded her of the Americans with Disabilities Act
"I quit": The woman provided an unexpected update a week later
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It's normal to lose 50-100 strands of hair daily, but here's when to worry...
It’s normal for some of our hair to fall out. In fact, most people typically lose 50 to 100 strands of hair every day. But we often don’t notice because as old hair falls out, new hair grows at the same time.
Hair loss becomes a problem when new hair doesn't replace the hair that has fallen out. Known as alopecia, excessive hair loss can affect not only your scalp but your entire body. It can be temporary or permanent, and there are a number of causes. For example, it can be heredity, due to hormonal changes, medical conditions or simply a result of aging.
“The most common cause of hair loss is a hereditary condition that happens with aging. This condition is called androgenic alopecia, male-pattern baldness and female-pattern baldness,” explains the Mayo Clinic site.
This type of hair loss usually occurs gradually and in predictable patterns. For men, it’s generally a receding hairline and bald spots. In women, thinning hair along the crown of the scalp is more common.
Certain medications can also cause hair thinning or loss. For example, antidepressants, and meds used to treat arthritis, heart problems, gout and high blood pressure. Medical conditions themselves can also be culprits. As can hormonal changes due to pregnancy, childbirth, or menopause, as well as thyroid problems.
Even stress can cause your hair to suddenly fall out. “Many people experience a general thinning of hair several months after a physical or emotional shock,” notes Mayo Clinic. But this type of hair loss is generally temporary.
Losing your hair can be distressing and even embarrassing for some people. But there are treatments available.
"For women who are experiencing a receding hairline (frontal fibrosing alopecia), talk with your doctor about early treatment to avoid significant permanent baldness," advises Mayo's team. "Also talk to your doctor if you notice sudden or patchy hair loss or more than usual hair loss when combing or washing your or your child's hair."
They warn that sudden hair loss can signal an underlying medical condition that requires treatment. So it's best to get it checked out.
People applauded the woman, with some sharing their own similar stories
