Head shaving and brain surgery: 4 things to know
If you’ve been diagnosed with a brain tumor and told you need surgery, you might have some concerns. Does this mean your entire head will be shaven? If so, can you wear a wig to hide it? And, how soon can you get a haircut so the bald spot is less noticeable, if only a portion of your head is shaved?
Read on for the answers to these questions and more.
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A craniotomy and a craniectomy are surgical procedures used to treat conditions in the brain. They are both performed by neurosurgeons.
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