@ann17, Hello. Fatigue has been the greatest problem for many of us with this disease. That alone makes it difficult to go off to a daily job. I left the workplace in 2005. I was too ill to continue. I went on disability in 2007. I was fortunate enough in that I had rental income to suppport me along with my husband's financial support. @auntnanny and @alleycatkate both brought up good points about the aerosols and chemicals involved in hair salons. You didn't mention whether or not you also have bronchiectasis. If you do, all of those fumes are a no-no. For example: if I use hairspray on my hair, I will cough non-stop all day. Moroccan oil...forget about it! The smell of it tears me up. Is there any way you can move your business to your home? That way you could set your own hours and save on space rental. You could advertise that you have a chemical free zone for those with asthma and other lung issues. I would go to a salon like that if they had one here. I actually left my hair appt. once due to the heavy smell of a Brazillion Blow-out in there. If you are considering a carreer change; perhaps some kind of office job where you are not on your feet. Please keep me posted on what you decide. Before I forget, were you also diagnosed with bronchiectasis?