Cancer patients need to take special care of their health, skin, and hair because cancer treatment affects health as well as skin and hair. Especially, the problem of hair loss can start in cancer patients. This happens due to chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy destroy rapidly growing cancer cells and other cells. In this case, hair follicle cells also get destroyed and hair fall starts.

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Today in this article you will know in detail about hair care tips for cancer patients -

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  1. Hair care tips before cancer treatment
  2. Hair care tips during cancer treatment
  3. Hair care tips after cancer treatment
  4. Takeaway
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If cancer has been confirmed in someone after examination, then the doctor may recommend chemotherapy or radiation. In such a situation, hair care should be started even before the treatment of cancer -

Do not bleach hair

Before getting cancer treatment, special care of hair must be taken. Under this, avoid bleaching and perming the hair, because it can make the hair weak and fall faster during the treatment. Also, dry the hair naturally. Do not use a hair dryer etc. for this. Using hair iron should also be avoided.

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Keep hair short

Cancer patients should keep their hair short because short hair requires less care. Also, there is no need to work hard to take care of the hair. Therefore, if someone is going to have chemotherapy or radiation therapy, then get the hair cut, as long hair can cause itching and irritation.

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Cover hair

Hair should always be covered before undergoing cancer treatment. For this, you can cover your hair with a scarf, cap, hat, etc. With this, the hair can be protected from the sun's rays and dust.

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Just like before treating cancer, hair needs complete care. Similarly, during the treatment of cancer, it is necessary to take care of the hair -

Do hair wash

During the treatment of cancer, hair must be washed from time to time. Due to this, dirt will not accumulate on the hair. It will be easy to protect the scalp from infection. Along with this, the hair will also remain soft. A soft brush should be used for hair. Use mild shampoo to wash hair.

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Shave hair

If you are not able to take proper care of your hair during cancer treatment, then you can also get your hair shaved. According to some studies, if hair falls during cancer treatment, itching, and burning sensation starts in the head. In such a situation, if the hair of the head is already shaved, then the burning sensation will be less.

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Use sunscreen

Keeping hair and scalp in contact with sunlight, sun, and cold air should also be avoided. Sunscreen can be used for this. To protect the scalp, sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or more should be used. You can also use a scarf to protect your head from the sun and cold wind.

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Wear a scalp-cooling cap

Wearing scalp cooling caps can also be a good option during cancer treatment. This cap slows down the flow of blood to the head. This reduces the possibility of hair fall.

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Hair falls completely during cancer treatment. Many people also have to suffer baldness because of this, but after some time after the treatment of cancer, the hair starts growing again. In such a situation, hair needs the most care, because after the treatment of cancer is over, when the hair grows again, changes are seen in it. Hair can grow frizzy and curl. After the end of cancer treatment, take care of your hair in this way -

Do not curl hair

If the hair has regrown after cancer treatment is over, avoid curling hair. Do not use styling products and heating equipment on the hair, as the hair becomes more sensitive during this time.

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Stay away from hair-styling tools

Hair styling tools should also not be used after the treatment of cancer is over because their heat can weaken the hair. In such a situation, avoid heating to avoid hair damage.

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Use of conditioner

After the treatment of cancer is over, when the hair grows again, a change in its color and texture can be seen. Hair can appear grey, frizzy, and curled. In this case, conditioner should be used to make the hair soft. Also, moisturize your scalp as well. Use mild conditioner for this.

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Castor oil

If hair growth is slowing down, then castor oil can be used. Applying castor oil on the scalp, eyelashes, and eyebrows can accelerate hair growth.

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Take healthy diet

Just as it is necessary to have a good diet for health. Similarly, it is necessary to take a healthy diet for hair. After cancer treatment, take a good diet to strengthen the hair. For this, you must include protein, etc. in your diet.

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Most cancer patients have to go through the process of hair loss, but hair does not fall due to cancer, rather the treatment of cancer causes hair loss. In such a situation, if cancer has been confirmed in someone, then start taking care of the hair. Cancer patients need complete hair care before, during, and after treatment.

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