Which of the following expenses is not deductible as medical expense?
A)Wig purchased upon the advice of a physician for the mental health of a patient who has lost all of his/her hair from disease.
B)Insulin used for diabetes.
C)Acupuncture used to treat migraines.
D)Swimming lessons,recommended by a doctor for improvement of general health.

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Swimming lessons recommended by a doctor for improvement of general health are not deductible as medical expenses because they are considered an expense for general health or well-being, rather than a treatment for a specific medical condition. A, B, and C are all deductible medical expenses as they are treatments for specific medical conditions.

Which of the Following Expenses Is Not Deductible as Medical