Preparing For Hair Loss

One of the first questions someone asks when they learn their cancer treatment will include chemotherapy is "Will I lose my hair?"

If your doctor says to expect  hair loss, here is what the American Cancer Society recommends,

• Get your wig or hairpiece before you lose a lot of hair. That way, you can     match your current hair style and color. You may be able to buy a wig or     hairpiece at a specialty shop just for cancer patients. Someone may even     come to your home to help you. You also can buy a wig or hair piece through     a catalog or by phone.



• You may also consider borrowing a wig or hairpiece, rather than buying     one. Check with the nurse or social work department at your hospital about     resources for free wigs in your community.



• Take your wig to your hairdresser or the shop where it was purchased for     styling and cutting to frame your face.



• Some health insurance policies cover the cost of a hairpiece needed     because of cancer treatment. It is also a tax-deductible expense. Be sure to     check your policy and ask your doctor for a "prescription."

For a free wig consultation contact Fantasia at 763-54-2196. Be sure to ask about Amy's Presence Wigs-- the latest in wig technology-- these are wigs that you can swim and sleep in.

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