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Description: This woman is being treated with docetaxel for breast cancer. Cooling mits and wine coolers are placed on her hands and feet to prevent deleterious effects on the nails. Similar strategies can be used to prevent hair loss.
Title: Chemotherapy with acral cooling
Credit: Cold mits and wine coolers!
Author: Jenny Mealing
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