Former Atomic Kitten singer Kerry Katona has bravely shared her ongoing struggle with alopecia, a condition she attributes to the emotional turmoil following her split from ex-fiancé Ryan Mahoney.
The 43-year-old reality TV star revealed that the stress of the breakup caused her hair to fall out in clumps, leaving her devastated. "It's been incredibly tough," Katona admitted. "I never expected something like this to happen."
The Emotional Toll of Breakups
Katona, who has been open about her mental health struggles in the past, explained how the stress manifested physically. "When I went through the breakup, my body just reacted. I started losing hair, and it was terrifying," she said.
Medical experts confirm that stress-induced alopecia is a real phenomenon, often occurring weeks or months after a traumatic event. The condition, while usually temporary, can be deeply distressing for sufferers.
A Journey to Recovery
The mother-of-five has since been focusing on self-care and recovery. "I'm taking it day by day," she shared. "I'm using treatments recommended by specialists and trying to reduce stress in my life."
Katona's honesty about her experience has resonated with fans, many of whom have shared their own stories of hair loss and recovery in the comments of her social media posts.
Looking to the Future
Despite the challenges, Katona remains optimistic. "This has been a wake-up call to prioritise my health," she said. "I'm learning to be kinder to myself and focus on what really matters."
The celebrity's openness about her condition has brought attention to the often-overlooked connection between emotional stress and physical health, particularly in women.
