In this section, we'll discuss everything you need to know about the very visible parts of your body that are affected by cancer treatments—your hair, skin, and nails. You can find out all about hair loss and why it happens and ways to deal with the loss in relating to your children and your partner . Find out when hair typically grows back . Learn ways to cope, including the use of wigs , scarves, turbans, hats, and makeup . Understand the importance of good skin care and what happens to your nails (and how to manage them) during and after treatment. Hair Loss No side effect of breast cancer treatment seems more disturbing than hair loss. For many women, it's worse than losing a breast, which can be hidden under baggy clothing. Hair loss (the medical term is alopecia) threatens your sense of self, your privacy, your sexuality, your personal image, and your vanity—because it's so visible. Your hair is a big part of how you appear to others and the reflection you see eve...