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dizumba
Member
12 years ago

Hair loss

oooh my dear my hair  start to fall in shower , i feel sore ,itch on my head  just 2 weeks ago on 1 st chemo , it uncomfortable  itches on head , my hair on my hand ,

hmm  what suggest   shall i need to shave my head  to cool off itches , soon or later before 2nd chemo  next week ???

shall i buy head scurf or head bean before shave off ??

I would love to hear from you  ..

 

chemotherapy
hair-loss

6 Replies

  • catcrazy's avatar
    catcrazy
    Member
    12 years ago

    Hi,

     

    I have just gone through the same process today. Only 2 nights ago it started coming out in clumps. Couldnt believe how it happened - id heard all about it but still cant believe how quick. So my daughter ( 12 years ) and I have just finished shaving it and she says i look like a baby chicken lol. I have a wig and several benies which I have attached my hair extensions to in the form of 2 plaits which look exactly like my own. Good luck and get them clippers out soon, you will also feel empowered getting on top of this yourself. Best wishes xxxx

  • dizumba's avatar
    dizumba
    Member
    12 years ago

    Thankyou Sweet lovely  ladies , i am greatful for your help  and gave me details  , now i am  looking on line and buy headcovers   and  will shaving  before  next week 2nd chemo  treatment

    Dianne xoxoxo

     

  • Janey235's avatar
    Janey235
    Member
    12 years ago
    I always seem to be following Deanne and I whole heartedly agree with what she has told you. I found the 'Look Good Feel Better' work shop invaluable. Do try and book in with them. Look after yourself Janey xxx
  • Janey235's avatar
    Janey235
    Member
    12 years ago
    I always seem to be following Deanne and I whole heartedly agree with what she has told you. I found the 'Look Good Feel Better' work shop invaluable. Do try and book in with them. Look after yourself Janey xxx
  • Janey235's avatar
    Janey235
    Member
    12 years ago
    I always seem to be following Deanne and I whole heartedly agree with what she has told you. I found the 'Look Good Feel Better' work shop invaluable. Do try and book in with them. Look after yourself Janey xxx
  • Deanne's avatar
    Deanne
    Member
    12 years ago
    Yes your head does get very sore and irritated as the hair starts to fall out. Shaving it does help to reduce the discomfit and mess. Getting a scarf or headcover would be a good idea. I am finding it too hot now to wear anything on my head except when I go out. I wear a wig then. I got my headcovers from the Cancer Council on line and also some from Headcovers.com. If you can get to one of the Look Good Feel Better workshops they have great sources of different wigs and headcovers. Take care Deanne xx