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Why do cancer patients shave their heads

What is cancer, symptoms,how a doctor treatment a canver patient, chemotherapy's side effect, what cancer don't need to shave head?

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Such a broad category(cancer) is very difficult to explain through messages. If you had any doubt particular cancer, ready to explain ...  Read More

Hi, Can we get the new born's head shave (mundan) done after one month of birth? Due to some religious reasons we are planning to do it.

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Greetings yes u can ...  Read More

Head shave for boy baby in the 9 Th month is ritual, hence is it safe to do? Because of soft spot I am worried. Please suggest what kind of blade or shaver has to be used for 9th month baby.

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You can shave just be very careful about the blade and hygiene ..also do apply dettol or savalon diluted on the scalp.. Do not apply too much of sandalwood after the shave as in some rituals .. cause ...  Read More

I have decided to shave my head 3-4 times in 2 weeks to control the hair loss and better growth. Is it beneficial to get the PRP sessions done on shaved head? Is this going to give better results? Or I can get results without shaving my head?

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No problem regarding shaving.. however treatment depends on the grade...You are suffering from hormonal changes causing Androgenetic alopecia causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth ...  Read More

I was suffering from hairfall and hairthinning. I shaved my head. Are there any medicines, diets, hair oils, serums which can help me in growing thicker and stronger hair with more volume ? Does wearing a cap cause hairloss ? As I have shaved my head and I wear a cap, will it put some obstruction in my hair growth ?

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You may be suffering from androgenic alopecia which is also called as pattern baldness. The hairs start reducing in density at the crown (top) and also the hairline starts receeding from the front. T ...  Read More

I have some boils on my scalp While shaving shall I use plain water or shaving cream to shave my head bald? Thanks

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Shaving cream...Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing this boils... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online con ...  Read More

Hi, I have dandruff and hairfall problems along with sudden appearance of white hair. I need to shave my head off. Can you please suggest if it is a good idea to do that? Is it possible that after shaving my head off the hair doesn't grow back properly due to hairfall/dandruff/white hair or any other adverse effects?

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Hi. Greetings..Don't worry.. Does shaving of beard ever effect the growth of your beard...? Then why for the scalp. Shaving of head shaves off only the dead part of the hair, while root is still aliv ...  Read More

Can we do head shave (mundan) of 4 and half months old baby Can we do head shave (mundan) of 4 and half months old baby

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Yes with sterile blade only. ...  Read More

I had shaved my head at tirumala in one week back. I have small baldness on front portion of my head. Can I get thick hairs with consultation of dermatologist. How about my regular hair growth. Finally I need thick hair with out baldness. Please suggest me.

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You may be suffering from androgenic alopecia which is also called as pattern baldness. The hairs start reducing in density at the crown (top) and also the hairline starts receeding from the front. T ...  Read More

Though there are different rules in each custom for piercing ears and the first head shave I feel my baby is tender to it still What is the best time or how old a baby being is safe to pierce her ears or shave her head for first time

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Medically there is no specific time for above things to be done. When you feel its appropriate it can be done. one thing is, if done with in one year, it will be easy for you to hold him without much ...  Read More

My father recently diagnosed with renal cancer taking immunotherapy (Keytruda) with chemotherapy (Danosumab) and lenvatinib 20 mg. Kindly guide me about his diet plan as is feeling weak and constipated 😔

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Aap Mud pack try Lee ...  Read More

Doctor please suggest some good antacid or gastric medicine for stomach cancer patient?? Thank you.

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Can help you with and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult via whatsapp on nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero. next course of action ...  Read More

Can drinking water of a cancer patient cause cancer? Because I drank his used water and later I came to know that he has cancer

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No worries ...  Read More

Sir/ma'am My father report of CBC is attached, he is cancer patient of SCC bucal mucosa stage 4a . This is the first time his RBC has dropped. He is in last week of treatment of post surgery CTRT, only 1 chemo and 3 radiotherapy IGRT remaining. He has started feeling of pain in throat and has also complaint of feeling less hungry by 50%. Does this

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Nothing to serious with that report. All it's due to side effects of Chemo-radiation. Nothing to worry. He will be alright. ...  Read More

Recently cured cancer patient developed herpes. Even after a week or so, still can't find relief to the Same. Consulted some dermatologist too. Recommended antibacterial and antiviral medicines along with T-bac. Suggestions are invited. I can see fluid build up in the sores too.

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Continue with the medicines and visit same or another dermatologist if not getting relief. Cancer patients due to low immunity take more time to get relief. Also check your CBC for low immunity. ...  Read More

Good evening doctor, My mother is 49 y old she had a breast cancer ...after 8 chemo therapy successfully breast surgery done...and doctor suggested 15 days radiation but my mom has cold due to bad whether in Hyderabad...can she take cold tablets like allercet for cold plz doctor plz reply...

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Yes you can take cold medication and continue radiation. ...  Read More

Sir/ma'am My grandfather has a surgery scheduled on Tuesday coming week for oral squamous carcinoma of mouth. Should we take the 3rd dose of covaxin (precaution dose) today or take it after treatment of cancer gets over? He is eligible to take 3rd dose since past one week. Kindly guide

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If he didn't have any side effects after the first and second dose then he can take it anytime as per the schedule.. ...  Read More

Hello Could you please let me know what snack items cancer patients can eat.are they allowed to eat puffed rice, biscuits , poha.

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The information provided by you is too little to answer this question ...  Read More

Can cancer patient can take covid vaccine is it good for patient or it can harm to her... What precautions she should have take

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Yes cancer patients can take covid vaccine. If the patient is on chemotherapy, then it is advisable to take vaccine after 10 days of chemotherapy if D10 CBC is fine. If patient is on radiation therapy ...  Read More

My father had Intestine cancer and undergone surgery by 2017 , He is currently taking medicines for Pressure,sugar and Fat ,Can he take Corona vaccine? If he takes vaccine will he get any side effects

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Yes he can take Corona vaccine. If he is on chemotherapy, then be more cautious regarding post vaccination fever or any symptom. ...  Read More

What can we do if a cancer patient has acidity, chest pain, headache and irritation! Please tell us!

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Hi my mom is a cancer patient she got breast cancer Second stage..last year she took 5 chemo and 4 maintaince Wr is was supposed to take 11 maintenance She has hep B virus She is taking Liver tablet every day my question is she can take covid Vaccine Or not ?

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Yes she can and she should. ...  Read More

Hi, My mother in law was detected with Ovarian Cancer in 2013 and was operated in same year for it and again in year 2014. As of today she is doing well though the weakness is there and also have some swelling in her legs. She also has mild asthama. Should we get her vaccinated with Covid dose or not? Please advise.

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She can receive the vaccine. Presently there's no contraindication for solid tumors patients. Also there's no contraindication for Asthma patients aswell. ...  Read More

Can a patient diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma and undergoing chemotherapy take curds and butter milk.

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Yes and preferably homemade fresh. ...  Read More

My father is suspected as a cancer patient. He has a tumor around bronchus. This has been formed due to smoking and some sort of water started forming around his heart. Doctor has suggested not to smoke to prevent serious outcomes. I want to try if nicotex can help but i am not sure if it is safe for patients like him or not. Please suggest me if

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You can give nicotex for some time to help his body wean off the nicotine addiction. But it has to be tapered and gradually removed completely. For full guidance, prescription and follow up take a pa ...  Read More

Today I shaved got shaved my head and I see white spot on upper on my head . Hair fall issue is too much so I shaved. Also, my hair are white on my very early age . Im going to complete 30 now. What is the coz of white spot and fair fall.

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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing this white spots and hair fall... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online ...  Read More

Can we give protein drinks to cancer patients . Is there any protein restriction for these patients.

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Can saliva of a cancer patient be contagious if it anyhow enters the body of a healthy person.Patient was operated for myxoid sarcoma on his leg and a year later had a spine surgery.Don't know proper details of his health amd treatment.Is there any chance of getting the disease through cancer patient's saliva that entered a healthy person's body

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Don’t worry.. it won’t contaminate with saliva or any body fluids.. ...  Read More

Hi, My kid 2 year old has completed bilateral kidney cancer treatment and under monitoring process , ultrasound every 6 weeks. I would like to start homeopathy to treat recurring cough n cold issues also to boost immunity. As my kid have health history of cancer what all questions should be asked before starting homeopathy treatment. Any guidance p

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Hello, yes you could definitely take Homoeopathy medicines. Its safe & effective for the kids. Take all your reports when you visit your doctor. The doctor will take care of the rest. I hope & wish yo ...  Read More

Hi I am 22 year old female and I have long thick hair. I have heard there are centres which make wig for the cancer patients. I would want to know are there specific parlours or any salon we can donate hair. Also would want to know is there a specific length of the hair required to donate or any other prerequisite?

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