Scalp cooling being painful is a common worry, however for the majority of patients, whilst the first 15 minutes can be uncomfortable, they do acclimatize after this period and the treatment becomes tolerable. If you are undergoing scalp cooling, there are many ways to distract yourself during the first 15 minutes - reading, watching a TV programme, or chatting to a friend are ways that previous patients have found helpful.
If you do find scalp cooling to be painful after the first 15 minutes, make sure that your forehead is covered properly and you can also ask your clinical team for a pain killer which may help to manage the sensation.
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