hair loss at high rates is a concern for every woman, and then begin to seek immediate solutions to stimulate its growth and prevent it
There is no
doubt that hair for you is an important and important point in your appearance
and look, both inside and outside the home.Therefore, hair loss at high rates
is a concern for every woman, and then begin to seek immediate solutions to
stimulate its growth and prevent it. When you get cancer and start receiving
chemotherapy, the situation is completely different. Hair loss increases and
becomes a reality, so it should be treated in a different, open and receptive
manner. And don't worry dear, you are strong and you can do this especially as
the hair returns after the treatment to normal again, know how with us you can
deal with hair loss after chemotherapy.
Natural hair loss :
At first,
it's important to understand that having more hair than usual on your pillow,
brush or comb does not mean you have a hair loss.Your hair loss may have
increased but it is still normal. According to the American Academy of
Dermatology, hair loss is temporary and usually stops without any therapeutic
intervention. It is often caused by weight loss or stress, exposure to
psychological stress, high body temperature, undergoing an operation,
discontinuation of birth control pills, or childbirth.The rate of hair loss
increases approximately two months after birth and peaks in the fourth month.
Hair Loss Rate :
The average
scalp contains approximately 100,000 hairs, of which we lose between 50 and 150
hairs per day without a noticeable change in the shape of the scalp for new
hair growth at the same time. , Where the hair growth cycle consists of three
stages, namely: Stage of growth: and range between two and seven years during
which hair grows heavily. Transition: usually between ten and fifteen days, in
which the hair stops growing and separates from the follicles that remain under
the skin and maintain its place. Rest phase: lasts for three months, in which
the hair falls.
Pathological hair loss:
that requires physician intervention occurs when the hair growth cycle is
disrupted, or when the hair follicles are damaged, which are linked to the
following factors:
·
Heredity and family history, as it is the most common cause of hair
loss, which usually occurs gradually with progression In age.
·
Hormonal changes and some medical conditions, such as alopecia
areata, plucking mania, or scalp infection, resulting in permanent or temporary
hair loss.
·
Excessive styling or cutting hair in a particular way, especially
pulling the hair and pulling it back, or using hot oil on the hair causing
inflammation of the hair follicles and then fall.
·
Taking certain medications and supplements that may result in hair
loss as a side effect, Such drugs are used to treat cancer, arthritis, heart
problems, gout, high blood pressure, and depression.
Hair loss after chemotherapy:
When you get cancer and start receiving
chemotherapy, the possibility of hair loss is very high, due to the power of
drugs that attack rapidly growing cancer cells, and any other cells that grow
as fast as those in the hair roots. That is why the entire body hair falls out
in a period of two to four weeks, after the start of the treatment phase. Hair
loss can be very rapid either in the form of lumps or gradually, with the
possibility of pain in the scalp when touched. You will also notice the
accumulation of hair falling on the pillow or in a brush or comb, face wash
basin or bathtub.
Usually the degree of hair loss that
may lead to a reduction of hair density only or the incidence of complete
baldness depends on the type and dose of treatment received by the patient, in
any case, after the completion of the treatment hair grows again and return to
normal gradually.
Dealing with hair loss psychologically :
Hair loss and loss during
chemotherapy are a side effect that many women fear when getting cancer. While
there is no treatment that does not guarantee hair loss during chemotherapy
sessions, dealing with it in an open spirit And accepting allows you to
overcome them with the least possible psychological loss, which can be achieved
by:
·
Be patient, and remind yourself that this situation is temporary,
and that your hair will grow back after treatment is completed.
·
Thinking about ways and means that will help you appear better,
boost your self-confidence during chemotherapy.
·
Don't be aloof and ready to answer questions surrounding you about
your new look, by specifying a simple and concise answer if you don't want to
go into the details of your experience.
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