Hair loss
There are many causes that lead to total or partial, temporary or permanent hair loss. Some diseases or therapies have the effect of decreasing or even the disappearance of hairs, but there are forms of alopecia due to stress, food shortages and genetic causes.
Among the most common are androgenetic alopecia, telogen effluvium, alopecia areata. While these, in a more or less rare or severe form (in some cases it is a thinning, in others a total loss of hair) often have permanent effects, even if today there are therapies able to reduce the effects, that caused by pharmacological treatment is in most cases temporary.
Chemotherapy and radiation therapy are treatments aimed at destroying cancer cells in the battle against cancer.
One of the side effects of these therapies is that they also attack part of healthy cells, particularly those that replicate faster, such as those responsible for hair growth.
Even if in this case the fall is only temporary, the effect of simultaneity and suddenness can be emotionally very strong. Especially since a war is being fought for life, baldness is perceived as an underlining of its sick status, something that sets us apart from the mass of those who do not live with this nightmare.
Some manage to have an inner strength to use their new appearance as a weapon to be stronger against the disease, to motivate more. But it is much more common that one feels uncomfortable and closes oneself. This discomfort is so strong and felt that it has moved the Italian state, and some regions in particular, towards the recognition of the wig as a medical device, fully included among the deductible health expenses (we can deduct 19% of the amount that exceeds the sum of € 129.11). In addition, as we said, some regions recognize a contribution to the purchase of a wig for those subjected to chemotherapy.
Basilicata and Piedmont: up to € 250; Liguria: 80% of the cost of the wig for a maximum of € 250, only if the Isee is under € 10,000; Lombardy: € 150; Marche and Trentino Alto Adige: € 200; Tuscany: € 300. In the event that part of the oncological therapy can be considered, it is possible to obtain a VAT of 4%.
A wig can contribute, both in the event of a temporary fall or a form of permanent alopecia, to maintain our usual image, through the choice of color and cut that makes us feel at ease. There are different shapes and materials, in real or synthetic hair, with costs ranging from about € 100 upwards. Our showcase of selected products can give you a basic idea, but coming to visit us in the store, by calling the number: : +39 055 2344901. or by writing to infofilistrucchi.com you will have a personalized dialogue, even at home. In particular, this service comes from the idea of removing the discomfort of facing the exit when you do not feel ready to face the world, and allow you to try a wig in natural or synthetic hair in the comfort of your home.
