Gel saves cancer patients' hair
A new gel has been developed to prevent hair loss - and damage to the scalp - resulting from radiotherapy treatment for cancer. Current products marketed to prevent hair loss include ice-caps or packs. These, however, are not always effective. The gel, currently being tested by Mitos Pharmaceuticals, is based on a mixture of compounds, including antioxidants thought to help protect the healthy hair follicles from being destroyed by the treatment.
The gel is also being studied ... Read More
Posted By phw On Wednesday, January 21st 2009 In Health n Fitness | Tags: cancer, gel, hair follicles, hair loss, radiotherapy treatment, scalp damage |
Gel saves cancer patients' hair
A new gel has been developed to prevent hair loss - and damage to the scalp - resulting from radiotherapy treatment for cancer. Current products marketed to prevent hair loss include ice-caps or packs. These, however, are not always effective. The gel, currently being tested by Mitos Pharmaceuticals, is based on a mixture of compounds, including antioxidants thought to help protect the healthy hair follicles from being destroyed by the treatment.
The gel is also being studied ... Read More
