Our Hair Replacement specialists realize this is a very confusing and difficult time for you. Your diagnosis and treatments may be happening faster than you can humanly process. That is very normal.

  In addition to the treatments, you must prepare for possible side effects such as hair loss.

  Radiation therapy destroys the ability of all cells within its reach -cancerous and normal- to grow and reproduce. With radiation treatments to the head and neck area, one possible side effect may be hair loss.

  Anti-cancer drugs such as chemotherapy also acts on both normal and cancerous cells.

Fortunately, chemotherapy and radiation therapy act on the new cells being produced, not on the hair follicles themselves. Hence, hair loss will be temporary in most cases. You can expect normal growth to return when therapy is discontinued.

  Your first experience with Hair Enhancements of Pittsburgh will be a private, relaxing & comfortable environment. Hair Enhancements of Pittsburgh specializes in helping you find a temporary Hair Replacement Solution that best fits your personality and lifestyle during your chemotherapy or radiation treatments.

  Debbie Mancuso, of Hair Enhancements of Pittsburgh, 2891 W. Liberty Avenue in Dormont has been granted a certificate for the highest degree of technical creativity and application, and concern for the "woman-in-need." Hair Enhancements of Pittsburgh has recognized the women consumers who have suffered hair loss for medical or natural reasons and has become fully trained professional consultants for this very sensitive client. Debbie Mancuso studied the latest techniques of customizing, fitting, styling, blending, chemical services and attaching enhancements for women. These services are provided in a private, comfortable atmosphere.

  In her work, Mancuso consults with dermatologists who have expertise in hair loss related to medical problems, such as autoimmune diseases. She also consults with psychologists and counselors whose clients suffer from trichotillomania, an impulse control disorder. People with trichotillomania pull out their own hair and lashes. Mancuso will share what she has learned about hair loss resulting from medical problems, trichotillomania, and other causes. Other causes include genetics; medical treatments, such as chemotherapy; hormonal changes; crash diets; and harsh hair treatments and constrictive hairstyles.

  Debbie extends an invitation to the "woman-in-need" to call (412) 344-9252 for a free consultation, and experience for herself the industries finest in lightweight foundation materials that possess superior design and fashion flair.

  In many instances a wig or hair prosthesis may be a tax deductible medical expense and is sometimes covered by insurance. In some areas organizations like the American Cancer Society can be very helpful in this respect.