October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease and the steps necessary to detect the disease in its early stages. Being that breast cancer is the second leading cause of death amongst women, it's important that we bring awareness throughout the month of October to educate both men and women about the significance of early detection.
According to Statistics:
• Breast Cancer is the second leading cause of death in women.
• About 1 in 8 U.S. women (about 12%) will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime.
• For women in the U.S., breast cancer death rates are higher than any other cancer, besides lung cancer.
• Besides skin cancer, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among American women. Just under 30% of cancers in women are breast cancers.
We are fortunate to have many treatment options available for the complexity of the mix cells in each individual cancer. Be aware that these treatments do have a side-effect: hair loss.
Why does this Happen?Hair loss can occurs as the result of chemotherapy which targets rapidly dividing cells – cancer and healthy. Within a few weeks, a patient may lose some if not all their hair. This also includes hair all over the body. The extent to which hair loss ensues depends on which drugs or other treatments (Radiation or Hormonal) are used, as well as the longevity of it all. Fortunately, this is temporary and may grow back at a later date.
What can be Expected?
The loss of hair often occurs one to three weeks after the start of treatment. It can happen rapidly in clumps or gradually. The accumulation of hair can be observed on your pillowcase, in a brush or comb, and even in the shower. This will continue throughout the treatment and up to a few weeks after.
How is hair loss Prevented?
There's no guarantee that hair loss will not occur. Nevertheless, the best thing to do is plan for the possibility. Trying to maintain a healthy mind and body after hair loss depends on a person's particular situation, such as the support of friends and family, as well as the attitude of the person.
Here are a few things that may help with hair loss:
• Use mild shampoos
• Use soft-bristle hair brushes
• Avoid using hot hair tools — or use on low heat
• Wear sunscreen, hats or scarves to protect your scalp from the sun's harmful rays
How to make the best of It?
The best way to deal with the situation is to research what you can do to prepare yourself for possible upcoming events. Sources such as www.mayoclinic.org, ww5.komen.org/, and breastcancer.org are great sites that can assist you throughout the treatment process.
At New Image Hair Clinic we care about what you think and our goal is to give you the best result possible and exceed your expectations. If you’re suffering from hair loss or thinning hair, call us at 1-888-615-0243 for Pittsburgh and 1-888-615-0563 for Harrisburg or visit here to schedule your FREE Hair and Scalp Analysis.
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