Scalp cooling for hair loss during chemo
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This study tests if a cooling cap can help reduce hair loss during chemotherapy for breast cancer. Hair loss can be distressing, and this trial aims to see if the cap helps you keep more hair while still getting the treatment you need.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with stage I, II, or III breast cancer.
- You are planning to receive chemotherapy with a taxane or anthracycline drug.
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are not planning to shave your head during chemo (haircuts are fine).
- You have not had a bad reaction to the scalp cooling system before.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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