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Reader Stories: How I Chose the Perfect Wig To Wear During Breast Cancer Treatment

Hair loss cause by chemotherapy for breast cancer can be awkward. Choosing a wig before your hair thins or falls out can give your spirits a boost. If you've been down this path, then you probably have a good wig-shopping story to tell. Some people make a party of the trip to the wig store, complete with head-shaving and much laughter. Others may shop solo, hoping nobody will spot them wig-shopping and ask why a wig is needed! Some women try new colors and styles, while some stick to a wig that closely resembles their natural hair. Share Your wig-shopping story here.

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