What Alternative Head Coverings For Hair Loss Are Available?

By Kristen Baird


Chemotherapy and radiation are the therapy that are most prevalent foe managing cancer and normally focuses on the quickest developing cells, something normal with the malignant tissue cells. This elucidates why going bald something practically synonymous with these helps. This can happen to anyone part, influencing hair development on the head and on the pubic parts. All things considered, it is vital to use head coverings for hair loss to reduce the side effects of these therapies.

The head and the pubic part suffer most, particularly from chemotherapy. In the case of radiation therapy, the areas affected are the parts that are receiving the radiation. Even though there are many steps that can help reduce the effect of these therapies, none is perfect. Some good advices include the use of sunscreen, use of soft pillows, avoid chemical treatments, and most importantly, use head covering to minimize exposure to sun, wind and the cold.

When it comes to fashion, and indeed the general personality and image, the hair play a very big role, a factor that becomes obvious the moment one start losing them. However, this is not the time for one to be stressed. There are several alternatives that have already been explored for decades. The most common alternative has always been to have the head covered until the moment the new nice hair is fully grown.

It is advisable to start shopping for your cover before the hair loses even starts. Your cancer center is the best starting point for your shopping; they can suggest the best available options in your area. In addition to this, it is good to explore the online options as there are several companies that offer nice caps as well as wigs. The American Cancer Society is also known to offer charity services, particularly to the women, under the banner, Tender Loving Care. This comes with a catalog of many products.

The coverings that can be chosen depend on a number of factors, the most important one being the financial resources available. The covers can be broadly categorized into two; these are the hairpieces and wig category, and the caps, turbans and scarves category. The first category can further be broken down to real (natural) hair and the synthetic ones. The first option is considered expensive and very difficult to maintain, but also appears natural and good looking. It is always good to consult an oncologist when making the choice.

The second category that consists of the caps, the turbans, and the scarves are cheaper, and are easier to take care. They are also available in several options in terms of colors, styles, and even materials. All in all, what matters is the comfort that an individual enjoys with any option chosen.

There are those who opt not to cover their head at all, which is considered more comfortable particularly in certain weather patterns. However, during the extreme weathers like hot sun or cold days and night calls for covering the head in one way or the other.

It is important to understand that the covering used should make the wearer more comfortable. Other than just appearance, one should shop for something that is comfortable in all weather patterns. Secondly, it should be comfortable to put on and off. Lastly, there are several articles and educative websites that offers detailed information about specific products that can be very helpful.




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