Empowering Breast Cancer Survivors: Wigs, Breast Prostheses, and Support Groups

The battle against breast cancer is not just a medical journey; it's a deeply personal and emotional one. It's about reclaiming life, identity, and strength amidst the storm. In this blog, we will explore the tools used at Shankara Cancer Hospitals, Bangalore to empower breast cancer patients i.e., wigs, breast prostheses, and the unwavering support of dedicated groups.

For cancer patients, hair loss during chemotherapy is more than just a side effect; it's an emotional and identity-shaking experience. Wigs, far from being mere accessories, become a source of empowerment. We are grateful to the Cherian Foundation, which provides free wigs for our low-income group patients. With their support, we are able to help our patients gain confidence and elevate their self-esteem.

The patients can contact our Consultant Psychiatrist Dr. Pavithra to obtain wigs that will be provided to them through a thorough process of matching of hair type, colour, and length to help them feel normal.

If you wish to donate your hair to prepare wigs for our patients, please visit the Cherian Foundation website for details about the hair donation process.

Peer support is an integral aspect of finding strength to overcome adversity, at Shankara Cancer Hospitals, Bangalore, we organise dedicated support groups for breast cancer patients. Support groups are small gatherings of patients with similar diagnoses; They help patients cope with the emotional and psychological aspects of treatment by providing a safe place to express themselves.

One of the areas that our breast cancer support groups focus on is concerns about body image. In our support group meetings, we provide information and resources to our patients regarding the use of prostheses after total mastectomy for cosmetics as well as physical support. Our support group meetings also address various topics such as nutritional care, post-reconstruction care, physiotherapy and mindfulness etc. Learn more about our support group meetings here.

At Shankara Cancer Hospitals, Bangalore, we stand by our patients in their quest for empowerment. We are committed to augmenting the efforts of medical treatment with the restoration of self-esteem, hope, and emotional well-being. To join our support group meeting, kindly fill out the registration form below.