What to do About Your Appearance after Chemotherapy Hair Loss

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There are so many decisions a person has to make after they find out they have cancer and will have to undergo chemotherapy. One of the decisions will be what to do about their appearance after chemotherapy hair loss. Many websites say that the most traumatic thing about undergoing cancer treatment is the results of chemotherapy hair loss. Along with the chemotherapy hair loss is some weight loss that will show in the face. So any steps taken to mitigate the appearance have to include some thought for the resulting facial changes from the weight loss.

The hair that is lost is often gradual. Sometimes it may fall out in hunks but mostly it will fall out gradually. About 50 percent of the hair has to fall out before most people will even notice any change. Of course, you, as the patient will immediately notice even a few missing hairs. But that is to be expected as it is your hair that is falling out.

It is important to remember that this hair loss is generally not permanent. It will re-grow. That re-growth may take three to ten months, or more but it will return. It may be slightly different in color, or it may be curlier or straighter but it will return. It may even be grey but it will most likely get its color back after the hair cells that control the hair pigment begin to function again. Remember, after all chemotherapy affects all of the body, including those hair pigment cells.

You may decide you want to shave your head and chose not to get a wig. That's cool. But just remember that it is the head you are trying to protect so plan on getting a scarf or turban or some other head covering to protect the head from the sun and cold.

If you chose a wig, you will have to also decide what style you would like to see above your face. If you have long hair, you may choose a short haired wig. Even before you begin any treatment, if you have long hair you might consider getting it cut short so you can begin the process of accepting the new look of you. You may decide to try a different color. Or go really mod and get one with blue or purple streaks. Something you would not do to your own hair. This takes courage but so does recovering from cancer treatment. And hey, more power to you. Also consider a wig style that complements your new, thinner face structure. And remember it is also temporary.

You may even choose to combine a head scarf or hat with bangs. You can purchase just bangs or perhaps a side piece that simply gives the

How is asbestos dealt with after it is removed from a home furnace or siding?

Question by Triple: How is asbestos dealt with after it is removed from a home furnace or siding?

I was looking at buying a home with an octopus furnace (AKA gravity furnace) and the vent pipes were white and made of asbestos. I was told a HAZMAT team would have to come in and remove the asbestos, but I am curious as to what they do with the asbestos covered pipes when they are done. I was also told that if the pipes are not damaged or peeling that it is perfectly safe and it can remain in the home.

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Answer by woodtick314
First the contractor seals the area with plastic, then uses a HEPA filter to create a negative pressure situation. This keeps the airborne fibers in the area. They are soaked with a soap solution to keep them as intact as possible, then they are scraped clean. The asbestos is placed in plastic garbage bags, which are tightly sealed. This bag is placed inside another bag, which is also tightly sealed. When the job is complete, the bags are taken to special landfills and disposed of carefully.

Leaving the asbestos pipewrap in place is dangerous. All it takes is a good bump to release fibers into the air. I wouldn’t expose myself or my children to this. Abatement is pricey, but how much is your life worth? Have it taken care of, it’s the right thing to do.

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