Avera Medical Minute: Helping cancer patients fight  hair loss during chemotherapy

Helping Cancer Patients Fight Hair Loss During Chemotherapy

Hair loss is one of the most visible side effects of cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.

A new technology can help reduce hair loss, giving patients a sense of normalcy during treatment.

A Personal Story

Tammy Tacke was diagnosed with breast cancer and used a cooling cap device during her treatment.

While it wasn’t news she wanted to receive around the holidays, she needed to go in for her mammogram when she did.

Conclusion

This technology provides hope for cancer patients to maintain their appearance during chemotherapy.

Author's summary: Technology helps cancer patients reduce hair loss.

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