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Introduction to Hair Loss

1. What information can I find here? This section includes:

  • Explanation about hair loss, cancer treatments, and the growth of hair when cancer treatment is over
    • Why hair loss occurs during chemotherapy
    • Why hair loss occurs during radiation therapy
    • How much body hair may be lost
  • What you can do to prepare for the possibility and to deal with hair loss
    • Body
      • Dealing with hair thinning or loss (wigs, turbans, hats)
      • Protecting your scalp from weather (cold and sun)
    • Mind
      • Preparing to deal with others and how they treat you
      • Understanding hair will grow back
    • Emotions
      • Sexuality, identity and hair
      • Constant reminder of having cancer
    • Spirit
      • Closeness to the Creator
      • Protection against curses
    • Financial help to purchase head coverings





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