After the initial shock of a cancer diagnosis and starting chemotherapy wears off, most women turn their attention to dealing with chemo relate hair loss.  Unlike men, women without hair are pretty conspicuous, and outside of getting well, hair loss is their biggest concern. This means women will not relax about cancer treatment until they have found just the right cancer headwear solution.

Ideally, if you are expecting to lose your hair from chemotherapy, you will want to start researching your options early on, before hair loss even begins.  Follow these simple steps for finding the most flattering chemotherapy headwear.

 

• Start browsing the online stores first.  These resources will help you get an idea of what’s out there and which cancer hats and wigs you like best.  Take note of the shapes and style that most closely resemble your current hairstyle.

• Once you know which chemotherapy wigs and hats you want, start shopping around at local stores so you can try them on.  You can still buy them online, but it helps to see what is in the stores first.  This is also a great way to learn about wig styling and fitting.

• Find out if your insurance will cover the cost of a “medically necessary” cancer wig.  If so, then you may be able to buy an assortment of wigs, hats and turbans.

• Your oncologist may be able recommend the best headwear options for each stage of cancer hair loss. They may be able to tell you which chemotherapy wigs are most comfortable and how to wear them.

Remember, cancer hair loss is only temporary, and even though it may seem like an eternity, your hair will eventually grow back.  Most women find that just being prepared is the best way to relax about losing your hair.

You can shop and buy from our nice selection of comfortable cancer chemo headwear in our online store.

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