Thoughts before chemo
It seems that it is best to cut my hair short before chemotherapy starts. Alternatively have an almost close shave right after my first dose.
I was thinking about giving my hair to a wig maker so i...
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I had really long hair, (nearly forever) and losing it, thru chemo was just another reminder of this process.
I was given wig maker contacts in Melb and sydney by the cancer coucil.
It is expensive, over $2000.00, my hair was 55cm long and they have done a brilliant job. - I am REALLY HAPPY :)
It needs to be cut as soon as you are ready and as long as possible, number 5 or 8 [as you lose 5 cm in the making]
as it takes 6 weeks to finish, as its hand sewn - hence the cost.
my understanding is that if you get a letter from your doctor regarding your personal requirement of a hair prosthesis you can claim on your taxation for this year and/or some health funds if you have 'extra's cover contribute to the purchase, a fixed amount.
I am very glad i did it, the staff at the wigmakers are very understanding and helpful and i did this from interstate over the phone, although i did go to melbourne to collect and for the final fringe trim.
It needs minimal care and can last quite a few years, and behaves just as you know your hair does,
I like being able to put my own hair on and go to the shops or out and blend into the crowd, also many people including friends can not see that i am wearing a wig, they are so shocked if i tell them & my nieces think its funny as, being able to take it off.
If you need more info, just ask
cheers, Bardoe