Hair Loss Due to Chemotherapy

Before Hair Loss

What to Expect…

• Fear of change in appearance.

Hair & Scalp Care…

• Wash hair regularly with mild shampoo (preferable one for dry or damaged hair).
• Use crème rinse for fine or limp hair after washing.
• Pat hair gently with a towel until dry.
• May use blow dryer on low setting 4” from head.
• Use a wide-toothed comb.
• Sleep on satin pillowcase to avoid tugging on hair root.
• Do not use hair dyes or permanents.
• Do not use bobby pins, curlers, or put hair in ponytails.

Comfort And Image Needs…

• Take a snip of hair and a snapshot of yourself before hair loss occurs.
• Meet with a hair loss consultant to familiarize him/her with style, color, and length of hair your prefer.
• Select items such as wigs, turbans, scarves and other headwear accessories.
• Purchase cotton stretch cap for sleeping.

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