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Everyones side affects to chemo vary it seems.  My story, Ive had x4 dose dense AC (doxorubicin - red devil), and tomorrow have number 5 of 12 of paxilataxel. (I had lumpectomy and axillary clearance with 14 lymphnodes positive, so next step was chemo).   I had cut my hair shorter prior to surgery, just for easier maintenamce and when it started moulting by day 18 I had it shaved by my regular hair dresser.  I was offered cold cap but didnt worry.  Its winter now, so caps and beanies do the trick.  I have lost most other body hair too, but still have my eyebrows (yay).  Will maybe look at a wig for thinking about returning to work next year, and sons wedding in december... but in no hurry.  Mental positive through it all is important.  Before I started chemo, I told my medical oncologist I had a small overseas trip booked in july  for 1 week. (part holiday, part music competition), so pending final approval tomorrow, but Im able to travelling to nz during chemo (with a well deserved week off for body recovery, as Im a bit anemic now).  I must say it hasnt been easy some days, mainly fatigue that hits, bowel adjustments to chemo, and Ive just recently gone off most meats and snack more than eat ,  but take the good days as they come.  So far it has all been manageable enough... one day at a time.  All the best for your treatment, just ask your oncologist lots of questions if you have concerns, and let the medical team know of any side affects as they happen, as they can adjust drugs, or suggest things that may help.