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Prevent hair loss during chemotherapy - 7 Things you can do for yourself

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4 Ways to prevent hair loss during chemotherapy
No.4  7 Things you can do for yourself          Author : HairLossNo.com

1.  Switch to a shorter hair cut before your chemotherapy begins

Hair often does not fall out evenly after chemotherapy, some find short hair style can help temporarily mask. Some people shaved off completely because their scalps feel itchy, sensitive and irritated during the treatment. Shaving your head can reduce the irritation and a shaved head might be easier for securing a wig.

2.  Buy a chemotherapy wig

Purchasing a cancer wig before you lose any hair is a good idea because it allows you to choose a wig that matches your hair color best. Buy a couple wigs are recommend so that you can wear one while the other is being washed or styled. Many insurance companies will pay for a wig, so be sure you have a prescription from your doctor.

3.  Caps and Scarves

Perhaps the caps and scarves are the easiest and most comfortable options to conceal the hair loss after chemotherapy. Even if you buy a wig, you will need some changes. Scarves and hats also provide excellent protection from the cold, sun and wind for your sensitive scalp.

4.  A very mild shampoo for your hair every 3 to 5 days instead of washing it every day

Shampoo your hair every 3 to 5 days instead of washing it every day. And remember to using a very mild shampoo, such as baby shampoo. Washing often or not mild enough shampoo may irritate your scalp and cause inflammation, which could cause your hair to fall out faster.

5.  Should use heavy and sticky styling products than usual

Stay away from heavy and sticky styling products during chemotherapy, even if your hair has not fallen out yet. Using these products requires more frequent and vigorous shampoos, it could cause your hair to fall out faster. So you should use less of it than usual.

6.  No not get a perm or use hair coloring

Wait until you have finished chemotherapy to perm or color your hair. The chemicals may cause damage in addition to the effects of chemotherapy. And color may not take well and perms can make the hair damage worse. It is best to avoid perm and color your hair during chemotherapy.

7.  Baby your remaining hair

Try using a satin pillowcase or wear a hair net at night which is less likely to attract and catch fragile hair. Use a soft brush. Avoid using hair dryers, curling tongs and curlers on thinning hair. Protect your scalp to the sun or to cold air.

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