Maria’s journey with Folliculitis Decalvans (FD) is a testament to resilience ✨ At first, her FD was mistaken for dandruff and flaking, but it quickly escalated. Her scalp began oozing pus. Financial constraints made her struggle even harder, and the misdiagnosis of lupus led to an intense treatment plan with strong medications. 😟 But everything changed when Dr. Umar, known for his compassion, welcomed Maria to his clinic through the Hair Peace Foundation’s pro bono initiative. ❤️🩹 Using the bat excision method and patented Athena sutures, Dr. Umar successfully treated Maria’s FD, providing her with relief and a fresh start. Maria’s story is a reminder to treat every person with empathy and understanding because everyone has their own journey. 🌐 Learn more about Maria’s journey and how you can support our mission at hairpeacefoundation.org