Posted At : January 20, 2010 1:55 PM
| Posted By : William Collier Design
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Seattle Hair Replacement News
Hi Everyone,
I get a lot of phone calls from people asking if we sell wigs, the short answer is "Yes". The more complete answer is that a custom hair replacement system is NOT the same as an off-the-shelf wig.
Our custom wigs and hairpieces are specifically designed to fit the exact specifications of your head-size, they are custom-colored to match your own hair color and unlike a standard all-machine ready-made wig, (human hair or synthetic) they are incredibly light and very comfortable to wear.
At William Collier Design our expertise for the last 25 years has been in creating custom hair prosthesis (wigs) that are so natural looking - no one will be able to detect you're wearing one. Custom hair replacements include top of the head hair additions as well as full-cranial .
Please call or email us today with any questions or to schedule a free consultation to learn more about the work we do and to see and feel first-hand the types of hair replacement we offer.
Judi Wygant-Collier
Here is some additional information from our website.....
William Collier Design provides custom cranial prosthesis for anyone experiencing hair loss of any kind – including hair loss due to chemotherapy and radiation therapy, genetic Alopecia, Alopecia Areata Totalis or Universalis. Our complete line of semi-custom and custom cranial hair prosthesis includes design options especially for patients with hair loss due to medical treatment. In order for anyone, women in particular, to live a normal, active lifestyle it requires them to have hair that looks natural.
Finding a hair prosthesis that looks natural and is comfortable and secure allows people to go through this period of treatment with dignity and confidence. We are aware of the powerful psychological effect one’s appearance and attitude may have on the healing process. William Collier Design understands the personal needs of those experiencing hair loss. Whether it is short or long-term, many people, woman in particular, have expressed that hair loss is one of the most, if not the most difficult aspect of their treatment process. A person’s dignity may be significantly altered due to their hair loss. Wig shops traditionally offer cosmetic and fashion options with little or no privacy. A private, professional environment adds support and dignity to a potentially uncomfortable experience.
Many of our clients are working while going through therapy, and having no hair, or an uncomfortable, unrealistic snythetic wig is not an option. A cranial prosthesis that is a synthetic wig is not custom to the wearer— the fit may not be accurate, causing it to be irritable. A synthetic prosthesis, even if it is a “good one”—is not the most natural in appearance; the hair looks shiny and un-natural, becomes frizzy overtime, and cannot be re-styled or colored. Some people can actually have an allergic reaction to the synthetic fibers. It is not very breathable, so the wig can make the wearer perspire, causing more irritation to the scalp. And, if exposed to heat, around the oven or stove, the fibers will melt. Someone experiencing hair loss due to chemotherapy a/or radiation therapy needs a hair prosthesis that is the most natural in appearance, and most importantly—comfortable, as if it is a part of them. We provide full cranial prosthesis that allows our clients to feel comfortable, confident and secure.
Someone with long term or especially lifetime hair loss, needs it to be the most natural in appearance, and most importantly—comfortable, as if it is a part of them.
Why William Collier Design?
ØWilliam Collier Design has been providing
professional hair design, replacement and
consultative services for people with all types of
hair loss for over 30 years.
ØContinues to explore the industry for the most
effective methods of resolving hair loss issues.
ØPersonal attention in a private friendly
environment.
ØInformation on insurance coverage provided.
ØProfessional guidance for the most appropriate
choice.
ØClient education with regard to care and styling.
"The TLC Annual Conference literally saved my life...I thank you from the bottom of my heart for giving me a second chance at having a normal life."
"The conference was awesome and a tremendous awakening for my daughter. In 7 years, she never wanted to say the word trichotillomania, yet at the conference she stood at the podium and took ownership of her struggle in front of all the attendees. She no longer wants to live a secret."
"Thank you so much for offering this conference to us. It is a blessing to learn I'm not as crazy as I always thought I was. I go home with renewed excitement, hope, strategies and willingness to pursue the fight of my life!"
-Choice of 50+ workshops and activities
-Friday evening reception and professional networking event
-Continental breakfast on Sat. and Sun.
-Saturday luncheon and plated dinner
-Continuing education available for additional fees
The Annual Conference is the only opportunity for sufferers and their families to sit down with some of the most well-respected experts in the field.
Attend the Parent's Roundtable with Dr. Fred Penzel, learn how to use Dr. Charles Mansueto's Comprehensive Behavior Model for Pulling and Picking, or learn the latest Research developments from a panel led by Dr. Nancy Keuthen of Massachusetts General Hospital. Meet Ruth Goldfinger Golomb, LCPC and Suzanne Mouton-Odum, PhD, authors of the popular book for parents, Stay Out of My Hair! while your child learns how to feel good about the way they look from author and make-up whiz Cheryn Salazar. And these are just a few of the talented presenters sharing their knowledge at this event.
There's something for everyone with topics covering research, treatment and self-help techniques for pullers and pickers of all ages, and their families.
Join over 30 clinicians, researchers and other experts who will present on topics from Neurobiology to Mindfulness, Behavior Therapy to Hypnosis, and Medications to Recovery. Learn how to think critically about treatment options, share tips and tricks for maintaining recovery, and hear about the latest research findings in treatment for both adults and children.
Kids and teens have opportunities to confront body-image issues, learn coping strategies and develop tools to help with social and educational difficulties. Parents will gain critical insight into their child's behaviors, learn strategies for supporting the child at home and in school, and learn about the latest therapeutic treatments available.
Dallas-Fort Worth Airport Marriott
Take advantage of special group room rates of $99/night at the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) Airport Marriott hotel (you may extend your stay at the DFW Airport Marriott for two days before or after the conference, and enjoy the same low room rate for your entire stay!). A limited number of rooms have been reserved.
Special rate ends when the rooms are sold out, or March 23, 2010.
The Trichotillomania Learning Center is a nationally-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life of children, adolescents and adults with trichotillomania and related body-focused repetitive behaviors such as skin picking. TLC works to raise awareness of these disorders, promote research and treatment advances, and to provide information and support to sufferers and their families. Learn more about what we do »
Posted At : January 8, 2010 4:51 PM
| Posted By : William Collier Design
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Seattle Hair Loss Treatment
Hi Everyone,
Even though we have been in business in Seattle for over 30 years, we still hear from new clients that they were not aware of William Collier Design...we have decided to put ourselves "out there" in the local community more firmly by investing in some new Television advertising with Kiro Television.
We are very excited with the end result and we would love to hear your feedback on the commercial - look for it in the morning hours on Kiro Television (channel 7) between the hours of 5:00am and 9:00am weekeday mornings.
William and I couldn't have done it without the wonderful support from our client Teresa Pierce - thank you Teresa! Check out the video below and let us know what you think!
Posted At : January 8, 2010 3:51 PM
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Trichotillomania
Resources: Online Resources
Note: by including information about resources we are not endorsing or recommending a particular treatment provider, self-help contact or resource. They have simply let us know that they are familiar with or suffer from trichotillomania. Appropriate treatment and advice should always be obtained directly from a qualified and experienced doctor and/or mental health professional. In addition, TLC does not endorse any external sites on the links page or monitor or approve content on these sites. When considering a treatment you should consult your doctor to determine what is safe for you. This list is here to help you access Information that others have made available over the internet.
This is an excellent way to stay in touch, ask questions, meet other parents, and receive support for those times that are difficult. When a question comes up that we cannot answer, we will refer the question to the appropriate professional and encourage them to respond, then we will share this with the group. It's a great way to stay in touch with parents and get useful information. And moderated by several people, so no one person has total control.
A safe, non-judgmental email group for teens to share feelings, strategies, and support on the road to recovery from trich. Come meet others who know EXACTLY how you feel! This teen group is moderated by TLC to ensure safety from unwanted spammers and unsavory visitors.
If you are a young person with trich, this list may be just the place for you. This is a list for KIDS WITH TRICH, and if you want to talk to other kids about it, then you have come to the right place! This group is a wonderful place to share with others, learn new strategies for stopping behaviors that you don't like, and a great place to make new friends! This list is moderated by some Moms from the Trichotillomania Learning Center's (TLC) ParentsTrichSupport email list, and is also moderated by Christina Pearson, Founding Director of TLC. This is to ensure that the list is a wonderful and safe place for kids with TTM to come together and have fun sharing. If you are a young person and would like to join this list, we recommend your parent be a member of ParentsTrichSupport so they can talk to parents while you talk to kids.
This is a safe and non-judgmental place to share ideas, strategies, difficulties and successes. We encourage you to ask questions and share insights. Trichotillomania is, for most, a disorder of isolation. Recovery is strongly supported by building bridges of communication, both to ourselves and to others. Members of this list are at all levels of experience: some just starting in pulling behavior, others suffering for years, some with years of recovery, and some just beginning the process.
This is a safe and non-judgmental place to share ideas, strategies, difficulties and successes. We encourage you to ask questions and share insights. Compulsive skin picking is, for most, a disorder of isolation. Recovery is strongly supported by building bridges of communication, both to ourselves and to others. Members of this list are at all levels of experience: some just starting in picking behavior, others suffering for years, some with years of recovery, and some just beginning the process. Remember the goal is Support, so be gentle with yourself and others.
Welcome to the CT Trich Support board, based in CT, for adult sufferers (18 and over) of trichotillomania, AKA, Hair Pulling.
We hope to provide a caring, sensitive and confidential place for those suffering from trich to talk, share ideas, and gain some support. Because trich carries so much shame and embarrassment, people often do not know where to turn - well, now we have a place. We will use a lot of literature from TLC, Trichotillomania Learning Center, as well as authors who have dealt with or are dealing with various levels of trich.
So, whether you pull from your head, eyes, brows, or anywhere else on your body, please feel welcome to join this group. As of right now, our board is closed only to those with trich, however, we are trying to get a live support group going that will meet on Tuesdays. The start date and location will be announced shortly.
Pickaderms is a community of those who are keen to share support and work at overcoming Compulsive Skin Picking, sometimes known as dermatillomania or acne excorie. Many of us have struggled for years believing we are alone in suffering from this often distressing habit. Those of us who have not been too embarrassed to admit to our problem have often had difficulty finding real help or have been told by loved ones to Just Stop!
The approach we encourage on this list is CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) including Habit Reversal, as this is the treatment most likely to lead to recovery.
This is an unlisted, private group, as we want you to feel you can post safely and in confidence. The group is open to pickers of any part of the body as well as nail and cheek biters, but restricted to those over the age of 13. Parents of pickers under this age are also welcome to join.
To avoid delays, please state your reason for wishing to join us clearly when applying.
Group advisor and co-owner with Judy is James Claiborn, Ph.D., ABPP, and group moderator is Louise. For more information, write to: Pickaderms-owner@yahoogroups.com.
This group has been created to replace the former Yahoo Pickers Group:
"It is for individuals with Trichotillomania related behaviors, who don't quite fit the traditional definition of Trich.
All are welcome including scalp and skin pickers, hair twisters and pullers, those facinated by split ends, cuticle pickers, fuzzy bits of hair etc.
This is a safe place to open up and talk about our behaviors and compulsions. Just to let you know that we sometimes go off-topic to make sure that we still have sense of humors. We are people with families and things pop up in our day to day lives that we like to talk about, and that we do!"
A small friendly email list for individuals with trich who are actively trying to stop. Send an email to Trichees-subscribe@onelist.com with "subscribe" in the main text.
Anyone who has trich or has a relative or friend with trich is welcome to join. We aim to include all opinions and age groups and talk on issues mainly related to trich but also sharing some of our other lives.
For Australian sufferers of Trich where we share advice, offer support and can talk freely about our experiences with Trich. This is a moderated E-Support Group and Message Board.
Announcing TrichWorld.com, a new Trichotillomania Social Network that is a safe, non-judgmental place for all struggling with trichotillomania to find support, share feelings, and learn techniques and strategies to help stop pulling. This group is moderated by Cheryn Salazar to prevent spammers and predators from participating. Come meet others who know exactly what you are going through!
"Drawing on my eyebrows is irritating though, and being 25% bald is downright terrifying and embarrassing. I feel like a huge freak, which I'm sure doesn't help the pulling urges. I hate not being able to swim with other people. I loved having my long wet hair flowing around my shoulders when I swam. I hate not being able to leave the house or even my room without a bandana on. I hate clogging up the vacuum cleaner, and having to pick hair clumps off of my clothes when they come out of the washer. It sucks!"
TLC does not endorse any external sites on the links page or monitor or approve content on these sites. When considering a treatment you should consult your doctor to determine what is safe for you. This list is here to help you access Information that others have made available over the internet.
If you would like a copy of the Information packet compiled by the Trichotillomania Learning Center, Inc. please see membership information.
Posted At : January 8, 2010 2:00 PM
| Posted By : William Collier Design
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Hair Loss News
Hi Everyone,
I wanted to pass this information along - it is a sad fact that there are people out there who don't work in the world from a place of integrity - here at William Collier Design we strive to provide the most current, and accurate information regarding what's available in the industry and our hair replacement serivces specifically. Our goal is to educate our clients in order to assist in their ability to make the best possible decision for their own personal needs. Please feel free to call or email with any questions, or come in for a complimentary consultation and speak with us personally.
All my best,
Judi Collier
Alameda, CA. 11/09 - A jury has returned a $50 million verdict in a class action lawsuit against Avacor, a hair-loss remedy that was marketed as an all-natural, clinically tested product. The lawsuit alleged that the marketers of Avacor hair regrowth products violated California law by making unsubstantiated, false and misleading statements in connection with the advertising and sale of Avacor. The lawsuit also alleged misbranding and illeagal distribution of Avacor in violation of the law. The outcome against two defendants marked the second trial victory in the same class action for the plaintiff lawyers. Alameda County Superior Court Judge Robert Freedman commented, "The court can and does take judicial notice of the fact that enormous sums of money are spent on personal care and grooming products" adding, "Into this lucrative market stepped a band of hucksters, to prey on the vulnerability of human nature and employing a colossal array of false, deceptive and fraudulent techniques cynically collected millions of dollars from deceived Calfornia consumers."
Reprinted From "The National Hair Journal" Vol 12 No. 52
Posted At : December 16, 2009 4:59 PM
| Posted By : William Collier Design
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Alopecia
For most children the holidays bring feelings of excitement and wonder. For 11-year-old Michael, however, the 2008 holiday season brought him sadness and fear; he returned from holiday break with undeniable hair loss.
“I feel sad, mad and angry when kids call me names and tease me. I have been called bald eagle, light bulb & Mr. Clean.”
-Michael
“Thank you for opening your hearts to me and my son Michael. It has been very encouraging to see kids growing up, living and coping with this disease with such courage and a sense of well being.”
Michael’s mother, Danette
Every donation counts! Our programs need your support
Each day children and adults worldwide are diagnosed with alopecia areata. In a moment their lives suddenly change and they are searching desperately for answers and for others who understand. More than anything, however, they need to know that there is hope.
Because of supporters like you the National Alopecia Areata Foundation can help individuals like Michael. NAAF is the first responder to those in crisis; NAAF is their link to the alopecia areata community; NAAF is the reason research is bringing us closer to a cure.
Your investment today will provide hope to someone in need. It doesn’t take much to make a difference:
$25 can go toward educating someone just diagnosed about this disease and finding others with it
$50 can aid in creating resources to help a child educate a potential bully
$100 can assist with providing a young adult with the funds to help purchase that perfect hair
$500 can help in allowing a researcher to go one step further toward looking for the missing link
Posted At : November 18, 2009 2:54 PM
| Posted By : William Collier Design
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Hair Products
Hi Everyone,
We LOVE this flat iron! Echo gave up her Chi flat-iron because she loves this one SO much - it makes the hair super-smooth, beautifully straight and you don't have to run over the hair as many times as other ceramic irons so it's not as damaging to your hair. We have this available on our on-line store or feel free to call with any questions. Also - if you really want silky smooth, straight hair you may want to consider scheduling a "Keratin Smoothing Complex" treatment with Echo - it's faster than the Japanese method and much healthier for your hair.
As always - I love hearing your comments and suggestions - feel free to post a reply!
Judi Collier
Basic Features of the "Forever" Flat Iron:
The Herstyler classic, straight forward ceramic straightener features:
Solid ceramic plates that guarantee fast and smooth straightening results without pulling or breaking hair. True ceramic plates generate 6 times more negative ion than regular ceramic iron
Hair will be three times smoother and silkier than with ordinary ceramic straightening irons
Cut your hair straightening time in half thanks to high concentration of negative ions
Negative ions renew your hair's natural softness and shine and eliminates frizziness
Ultra-light: The body of the straightener is constructed using light-weight, high-strength composite materials, commonly used in the aerospace industry
Ultra-fast: Achieve the desired temperature in less than 25 seconds (half the time of conventional models). This in turn saves electricity and prolongs the lifespan of the product. Please note that the irons should be switched off when not in use using the On/Off switch on the temperature control thermostat
Posted At : November 13, 2009 2:06 PM
| Posted By : William Collier Design
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Trichotillomania
Join TLC Founding Director Christina Pearson in Manhattan, and learn what it feels like to discover that you do have choices, and how to build a decision-making process that can free you from a behavioral prison. The goal of this day-long workshop is to help you understand current research, develop new perspectives, and give you concrete tools for healing from hair pulling and skin picking.
Challenging our beliefs about living with compulsive hair pulling or skin picking is an important step in recovery. Often, people feel that "it's too hard," or "I can't change," or "there's no answer, so why bother?" Or the big one, "I've tried everything, nothing works." Confronting these states of mind helps us move beyond them and prepares us for the next stage.
New York City
Pathways to Recovery:
Cultivating Behavioral Change
A One-Day Workshop: Healing from Compulsive Hair Pulling And Skin Picking
November 21, 2009
10:00am - 5:00pm
SLC Conference Center 352 7th Ave. (at 30th Street) *Please note the location is 7th Ave. NOT 7th Street.)
16th Floor
New York City www.slccenters.com
facilitated by
Christina Pearson
Founding Director, Trichotillomania Learning Center
Pre-registration: $105/person Register Now >>
or register by phone :831-457-1004
Walk-in registration: $125/person (very limited space available, pre-registration is recommended)
Limited partial scholarships and payment plans are available. For information, contact the TLC office directly.
This program is a fundraiser: all proceeds support TLC's ongoing effort to decrease the isolation and increase the knowledge of these disorders.
About the Facilitator Christina Pearson is the Founding Director of the Trichotillomania Learning Center, a national nonprofit organization in existence since 1991. She grew up with both trichotillomania and skin picking, and today is no longer controlled by these compulsions, which she attributes to the recovery work she has done over the past 19 years. Christina is a dynamic advocate for effective treatment, and consults with practitioners nationwide. She was involved in organizing the TLC Genetics Consortium and Field Study, has been a consultant on 3 NIMH Grants, and has facilitated bringing together the world's leading researchers and clinicians to develop a deeper understanding of trichotillomania and related problems. As part of continuing to develop resources, she has designed a series of workshops for those who seek recovery. Christina presents regularly at conferences, workshops and retreats around the country, and has worked with thousands struggling with compulsive hair pulling and skin picking. She has been pull and pick free now for many years, after suffering more than two decades with severe hair pulling and skin picking behavior.
Posted At : November 6, 2009 4:03 PM
| Posted By : William Collier Design
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Hair Loss News
Hi Everyone,
We are very excited to announce that we are offering a gorgeous new line of hair accessories from France Luxe at our on-line store! These luxury fashion accessories are unique, stylish and incredibly well made. We are starting out with some beautiful head scarves, sleep caps and hand-crafted barrettes. We will expand our inventory based on your feedback and needs – so please let us know what you would like to see us offer. If you have any questions - please feel free to call or email us!
Barrette Product Features:
- Handmade in France
- For medium to thick hair
- Gold plated French lock Barrette
- Luxury finish and perfectly polished
- Dimensions: 3 1/2" x 1 1/8"
Head Wrap Product Features:
- Proudly handmade in the USA
- Buttery soft silk
- Fine handmade detail
- Adjustable elastic loop fits most head sizes
- Dimensions: 22" long, tip to tail
Posted At : October 21, 2009 4:08 PM
| Posted By : William Collier Design
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Cancer and Hair Loss
This morning I received the following email from a woman;
"One of my best friends was recently diagnosed with breast cancer and will be having chemotherapy. She's been told that she will lose all of her hair and is thinking that she may want to have it cut shorter to prepare. Her surgery is Nov 3rd.
I will be in town visiting the weekend before her surgery and I'm thinking about bringing her downtown to have you consult with her on Saturday. Is that a service you offer? Do you have wigs onsite that she could try on?
Any thoughts on what would be helpful from a friend? Many of us are at a loss for what to do and thought that your expertise would be helpful along with having some fun wig shopping."
After scheduling them in for a complimentary consultation I replied to the "how can I help?"question....
"What would be helpful? Tell her that in regards to losing her hair, that the wigs available these days can be very light weight, comfortable, AND beautiful. All of our rooms are private, and we are here to support her through this process. That after this consultation she will have one less thing to worry about.
It is lovely that she has you on her support team.
Please feel free to email or call on our toll-free number should you have further questions. We look forward to hearing from you soon. "
I would add that there is no place else in the Seattle area that provides the same level of expertise, professionalism & dedication to technical excellence that we do. William Collier Design has been providing solutions to men, women & children experiencing hair loss for ANY reason for over 25 years and we treat our clients like part of our family.
A person experiencing hair loss may feel stressed, overwhelmed and emotional - knowing there is a dedicated team in place committed to supporting you through every step of the process can help.
Please feel free to call with any questions or to schedule a complimentary consultation.
Posted At : September 25, 2009 3:39 PM
| Posted By : William Collier Design
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Breast Cancer
Hi Everyone,
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - the following information is provided by the National Breast Cancer Foundation; their mission is to save lives by increasing awareness of breast cancer through education and by providing mammograms for those in need. You can check out their website at www.nbcf.org for more information.
We are honored to be able to provide support and care to our clients undergoing Cancer treatment - the courage & grace we witness on a daily basis is truly remarkable - as always we welcome your questions and comments.
Judi Collier
What Every Woman Needs to Know About Breast Cancer
Possible Early Signs of Breast Cancer
·A lump is detected, which is usually single, firm and painless.
·A portion of the skin on the breast or underarm swells and has an unusual appearance.
·Veins on the skin surface become more prominent on one breast.
·The breast nipple becomes inverted, develops a rash, changes texture, or has a discharge other than breast milk.
·A depression is found in an area of the breast surface.
·Women’s breasts can develop some degree of lumpiness, but only a small percentage of lumps are malignant.
·While a history of breast cancer in the family may lead to increased risk, most breast cancers are diagnosed in women with no family history. If you have a family history of breast cancer, this should be discussed with your doctor.
When breast cancer is found early, the 5-year survival rate is 98%.
This is good news! Over 2 million breast cancer survivors are alive in America today.
One woman in eight who live to age 85 will develop breast cancer during her lifetime.
EARLY DETECTION PLAN
·Clinical breast examinations every 3 years from ages 20-39, then every year thereafter.
·Monthly breast self-examinations beginning at age 20. Look for any changes in your breasts.
·Baseline mammogram by the age of 40.
·Mammogram every 1 to 2 years for women 40-49, depending on previous findings.
·Mammogram every year for women 50 and over.
·A personal calendar to record your self-exams, mammograms, and doctor appointments.
·A low-fat diet, regular exercise, and no smoking or drinking.
70% of all breast cancers are found through breast self-exams. Self-exams should be performed monthly.
Every two minutes a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer.
Not all lumps are detectable by touch. We recommend regular mammograms – low dose X-rays that can detect breast cancer up to 2 years before it can be felt.
CONDUCTING A BREAST SELF-EXAM
Shower Test:
Place your right hand – palm flat – against the back of your head.
With the fingertips of your left hand, press lightly, then firmly, against your entire right breast to feel for lumps.
Switch hands and repeat the process, using your right hand to check your left breast.
Mirror Test:
Stand straight with hands on hips. Check in the mirror for any changes in breast texture, shape, size, nipple appearance or unusual discharge.
Lying–down Test:
Lie down with a small pillow or folded towel under your left shoulder and left hand behind your head.
Using your right hand to check your left breast and under your armpit using your “Shower Test” pattern.
Move pillow under right shoulder, switch arm positions and repeat process, using left hand to check right breast.
Posted At : September 16, 2009 3:24 PM
| Posted By : William Collier Design
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Cancer and Hair Loss
Hi Everyone,
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - it's a great time to do a self-breast exam (70% of all breast cancer's are found through self-checks) or better yet, schedule a mamogram with your Doctor . I will be posting some information on the possible early signs of Breast Cancer - check out the NBCAM website at www.nbcam.org/about_nbcam.cfm for more information.
I also wanted to share the delicious salmon recipe below for people in the recovery phase of their treatment.... as always I welcome your questions & comments.
Judi Collier
Healthy Eating Post Treatment; Designed for cancer patients and their families, these easy-to-follow recipes focus on foods best tolerated and those to ease the symptoms during treatment.
Courtesy of Holly Clegg, co-author of "Eating Well Through Cancer," and NBCAM.
Simply Salmon Pasta
“An elegant blend of ingredients and flavors. Salmon contains lots of omega-3 fatty acids, which are being studied for their many possible healthy benefits.” – Holly Clegg, coauthor of Eating Well Through Cancer: Easy Recipes & Recommendations During & After Treatment
Ingredients
* 1 (9-ounce) package spinach tortellini
* 1 (12-ounce) package bow tie pasta
* 8 ounces salmon filets
* Salt and pepper to taste
* 1/4 teaspoon sugar
* 1 cup canned fat-free chicken broth
* 2/3 cup evaporated skim milk
* 1 cup sugar snap peas
* 1/2 cup chopped green onions (scallions)
* 1 teaspoon dried dill weed leaves
* 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. In large pot boiling water, add tortellini and cook for about 10 minutes. To same pot, add the bow tie pasta and continue cooking until pasta is done. Drain and set aside.
2. Season salmon with salt and pepper and sugar.
3. In skillet coated with nonstick cooking spray, cook salmon, skin side down, over medium-high heat. Turn to other side and cook until done. Remove skin, cut meat into chunks, and set aside.
4. In same skillet, add chicken broth and evaporated milk. Bring to boil, reduce heat, and simmer until liquid reduces, about 7 minutes.
5. Add peas and green onions, cooking several minutes or until peas are crisp tender.
6. Add cooked pasta, dill, and cheese, tossing carefully. Carefully toss in salmon.
We are excited to introduce to you a scientific break-through called “Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy by COPPOLA”. Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy is a NEW, revolutionary patent-pending treatment that literally infuses Keratin deep into the cuticle making it smoother, shinier, healthier and more manageable leaving a lasting impression for up to three to four months.
This revitalizing and rejuvenating treatment eliminates frizz and curl by depositing the protein deep into the hair – we then use a flat iron to penetrate & close down the cuticle. This keeps your hair or hair replacement system smooth, supple & relaxes the curl. This is NOT a chemical – so you can continuously re-apply the product without causing any damage.
One of our top technicians, Echo, has used the product on one of our client’s hair replacement systems that had become damaged and slightly matted – the results were fantastic! The hair looked and felt like the finest silk – our client was thrilled, and after speaking with her this afternoon (3 weeks later) she said it STILL looks and feels wonderful!
This treatment is time & labor intensive, we are hand-painting the Keratin Complex onto EACH strand of hair - the average application time is 2 hours and the cost is $100.00 per hour. If you are interested in learning more about this or scheduling a treatment for yourself – please call us at (206)441-3242 or toll-free at 1-877-457-2322.
Posted At : September 4, 2009 2:17 PM
| Posted By : William Collier Design
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Affordable Wigs & Hairpieces
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Alopecia
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Alopecia or hair loss is the medical description of the loss of hair from the head or body, sometimes to the extent of baldness. Unlike the common aestheticdepilation of body hair, alopecia tends to be involuntary and unwelcome, e.g., androgenic alopecia. However, it may also be caused by a psychological compulsion to pull out one's own hair (trichotillomania) or the unforeseen consequences of voluntary hairstyling routines (mechanical "traction alopecia" from excessively tight ponytails or braids, or burns to the scalp from caustic hair relaxer solutions or hothair irons).
In some cases, alopecia is an indication of an underlying medical concern, such as iron deficiencyWhen hair loss occurs in only one section, it is known as alopecia areata. Alopecia universalis is when complete hair loss on the body occurs, similar to how hair loss associated with chemotherapy sometimes affects the entire body.
Epidemiology
The condition affects 0.1%–0.2% of humans, occurring in both males and females, though far more females than males.Alopecia areata occurs in people who are apparently healthy and have no skin disorder. Initial presentation most commonly occurs in the late teenage years, early childhood, or young adulthood, but can happen with people of all ages. As it has happened before.
Types
The most common type of alopecia areata involves hair loss in one or more round spots on the scalp.
Hair may also be lost more diffusely over the whole scalp, in which case the condition is called diffuse alopecia areata.
Alopecia areata monolocularis describes baldness in only one spot. It may occur anywhere on the head.
Alopecia areata multilocularis refers to multiple areas of hair loss.
The disease may be limited only to the beard, in which case it is called Alopecia areata barbae.
If the patient loses all the hair on his/her scalp, the disease is then called Alopecia areata totalis.
Alopecia areata is noncommunicable, or not contagious.It occurs more frequently in people who have affected family members, suggesting that heredity may be a factor, and at least one of the genes involved has been mapped to chromosome 8. In addition, it is slightly more likely to occur in people who have relatives with autoimmune diseases.
The condition is thought to be an autoimmune disorder in which the body attacks its own hair follicles and suppresses or stops hair growth. There is evidence that T celllymphocytes cluster around these follicles, causing inflammation and subsequent hair loss. An unknown environmental trigger such as emotional stress or a pathogen is thought to combine with hereditary factors to cause the condition. There are a few recorded cases of babies being born with congenital alopecia areata; however, these are not cases of autoimmune disease because an infant is born without a fully developed immune system.
Diagnosis
Alopecia areata
First symptoms are small, soft, bald patches which can take just about any shape but are most usually round. It most often affects the scalp and beard but may occur on any hair-bearing part of the body. There may be different skin areas with hair loss and regrowth in the same body at the same time. It may also go into remission for a time, or permanently.
The area of hair loss may tingle or be very slightly painful.
The hair tends to fall out over a short period of time, with the loss commonly occurring more on one side of the scalp than the other.
Another presentation of the condition are exclamation point hairs. Exclamation point hairs are hairs that become narrower along the length of the strand closer to the base, producing a characteristic "exclamation point" appearance.
One diagnostic technique applied by medical professionals is to gently tug at a handful of hair along the edge of a patch with less strength than would be required to pull out healthy hair. In healthy hair, no hair should fall out or ripped hair should be distributed evenly across the tugged portion of the scalp. In cases of alopecia areata hair will tend to pull out easier along the edge of the patch where the follicles are already being attacked by the body's immune system than away from the patch where they are still healthy. Professionals usually remind patients that the hair that is pulled out would eventually fall naturally. The test is conducted only once to identify the condition and rule out a simple localized hair loss condition.
Treatment
About 50% of patients' hair will regrow in one year without any treatment. If the affected region is small, it is reasonable to observe the progression of the illness as the problem often spontaneously regresses and the hair grows back. In 90% of cases, the hair will, ultimately, grow back. In the other 10%, only some or no hair will regrow.
In cases where there is severe hair loss, there has been limited success treating alopecia areata with clobetasol or fluocinonide, steroid injections, or cream. Steroid injections are commonly used in sites where there are small areas of hair loss on the head or especially where eyebrow hair has been lost. Some other medications used are minoxidil, irritants (anthralin or topical coal tar), and topical immunotherapy cyclosporine, each of which are sometimes used in different combinations.
Oral corticosteroids decrease the hair loss, but only for the period during which they are taken, and these drugs have adverse side effects.
For small patches on the beard or head it is possible to suppress with topical tacrolimus ointments like Protopic. Symptoms may remain suppressed until aggravated by stress or other factors. Treatment with tacrolimus is recommended only for short periods of time due to adverse side effects.[citation needed]
Initial stages may be kept from increasing by applying topical corticosteroids. However, topical corticosteroids frequently fail to enter the skin deeply enough to affect the hair bulbs, which are the treatment target.
In terms of adapting to the disease rather than treating in an effort to cure, there are also many options available. Wigs are often used by those with Alopecia, particularly Alopecia Totalis, in which hair is entirely lost from the scalp. Wigs are available at many levels of development and technology, including wigs with suction mechanisms to keep it firmly attached to the scalp. Most of the wigs available are so well made that it is impossible without close investigation to tell whether they are a person's actual hair, or a wig.
Prognosis
In most cases that begin with a small number of patches of hair loss, hair grows back after a few months to a year. In cases with a greater number of patches, hair can either grow back or progress to alopecia totalis or, in rare cases, universalis.
Effects of alopecia areata are mainly psychological (loss of self image due to hair loss). However, patients also tend to have a slightly higher incidence of asthma, allergies, atopic dermal ailments, and even hypothyroidism. Loss of hair also means that the scalp burns more easily in the sun. Loss of nasal hair increases severity of hay fever and similar allergic conditions. Patients may also have aberrant nail formation because keratin forms both hair and nails.
Hair may grow back and then fall out again later. Episodes of alopecia areata before puberty predispose chronic recurrence of the condition. Pitting of the fingernails can hint at a more severe or prolonged course.[citation needed]
Psychosocial issues
Alopecia can certainly be the cause of psychological stress. Because hair loss can lead to significant appearance changes, individuals may experience social phobia, anxiety, and depression. Some psychologists have even gone as far as to describe the feelings of loss and depression felt at the onset of the disease as being similar to those felt by people afflicted with terminal illness. In severe cases where the chance of hair regrowth is slim, individuals need to adapt to the condition, rather than look for a cure
Alopecia - Causes & Solutions
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