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@ittybitty
Hi, I totally get it about hair getting tangled, wondering if you should shave head. So sorry you may need a second surgery🙏🫂My hair is shoulder length. After my craniotomy the nurse gave me a large hair pick, and a detangling shampoo. I admit that I did catch the pick on my 60ish staples a couple times but learned to gently pick through my non affected side. It was way easier than using my wet brush or any comb. Hope thats helpful! Also consider time of year, I was covered w bald spots after radiation back in 2010 and its COLD w less hair. Wishing you an easy healing journey 🙏🫂❣️

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@jeanneoc The American Cancer Society had a service at the Minnesota Mayo Clinic. They had a range of hair / head care products and advice. It’s been 8 years since I was there. It might be worth checking out.

@jeanneoc thank you. I’ll get me both!