Hi,
My mum has had her first chemotherapy session today. She tried the cold cap but couldn't tolerate it. Any advice on the best ways to support her?
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if you go into the diagnosis and treatment section you will find a post called december chemo ,,there are lots of helpful tips you might want to read i am sure you are supporting her well by listening and being there for her Hair loss is only temporary if she doesnt tolerate cold cap , but i know how hard the prospect of losing it is
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