Chemotherapy Hair Loss Solution For Men

Cancer hair loss solutions for men

Hair loss causing cancers

              Various types of cancer such as skin cancer, Merkel cell cancer, and Lymphoma may cause permanent hair loss. These types of cancer can develop in and destroy hair follicles.  Some cancers in different places in the body including breasts, liver, kidneys, and lungs can also spread to the skin and destroy hair follicles. After the hair follicles are destroyed the hair loss is permanent.

Chemotherapy and cancer treatment hair loss

              Cancer treatments such as chemotherapy, chemotherapy drugs, and radiation may result in hair loss. This can vary from temporary to permanent hair loss. While with chemotherapy the hair loss is usually temporary when it comes to radiation it can go either way.

              With chemotherapy if an individual is going to lose their hair is varies with each patient. Some people experience hair loss that usually begins one to three after the beginning of treatment, others do not experience hair loss at all. The hair lost due to chemotherapy usually starts growing back anywhere from six months to a year after the treatment.

              Since custom made cranial prosthesis take six to eight weeks to be produced depending on the time of the year, it is better to order your prosthesis before the hair loss occurs. By planning in advance it is also possible for David Hansen to match your original color, texture, and wave pattern.  

Insurance coverage options

Individuals experiencing hair loss due to medical reasons such as cancer or alopecia may be eligible for between 80 to a 100% reimbursement from their insurance provider.

There are several guidelines you need to follow in order to receive this coverage:

·       Check the benefits of your insurance (usually there is a section under covered expenses that relates to prostheses.)

·       You would need to ask your physician to write you a prescription for FULL CRANIAL HAIR PROSTHESIS

·       To be safe you may also want to ask the physician to write a letter explaining the impact hair loss has on a person’s well being that are symptomatic  of your condition.  Low self esteem, depression and isolation are some common symptoms.

·       Once you order your cranial hair prosthesis keep the copy of your sales or invoice receipt.

·       You may also include a letter from you explaining the importance of the prosthesis for your well being.

For more information on obtaining the full cranial prosthesis contact David Hansen 312-943-8171

www.davidhansen.com