Yes you are young to be diagnosed,but it is definitely good that it is very early.Trying to be positive is the way to go,but you will have days(as Deanne said)that you find yourself feeling very emotional.You will cry for no reason,and this is just fine!Crying helps you to feel better:) I am a lot older than you,but I chose to have my head shaved 4 days before I started chemo.My hairdresser did it,and afterwards I just put on a gorgeous bamboo turban,and home I went! On day 14 after my first chemo,all my hair started to come out.My eyebrows went first,followed by every other hair on my body,over about 2 weeks.My scalp was sore to touch,and I was so glad that I had my head shaved prior to chemo.But everyone is different,and you have to do what feels right for you.All the best,and stay on here and let us know how you are going.Cheers xoxoxRobyn