Thank you so much! I am excited to try. My daughter is getting married the day after I end treatment.
March 22, 2025
I did, not painful. Nurses helped with logistics and while I had some loss and thinning, I didn’t need to wear a head covering. It adds hours to treatment day tho. If you have the time, I’d say it’s worth it.
March 22, 2025
Cold caps are head-cooling devices used during chemotherapy to help prevent hair loss. There are two main types: manual cold caps that need to be changed every 20-30 minutes and stored in dry ice, and automated cooling systems that attach to a refrigeration unit through a hose that pumps cold liquid continuously.
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Cold caps are head-cooling devices used during chemotherapy to help prevent hair loss. There are two main types: manual cold caps that need to be changed every 20-30 minutes and stored in dry ice, and automated cooling systems that attach to a refrigeration unit through a hose that pumps cold liquid continuously.
While using cold caps, some people experience side effects including headache, scalp and neck pain, dizziness, nausea, and chilliness. As one MyBCTeam member shared, the initial discomfort only lasts "for a minute or two until the follicles freeze" and then becomes more manageable during treatment. Using cold caps requires some planning and usually needs support from family members or caregivers, especially with manual caps that need frequent changing during treatment sessions. While there's no guarantee they'll completely prevent hair loss, many find them helpful in reducing hair loss during breast cancer treatment. It's important to discuss this option with your oncology team to determine if it's appropriate for your specific treatment plan.
March 22, 2025
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