The Pre-emptive head shave - help!
Ok, so I'm set for cycle 2 of FEC next week, and am prepared for the hair loss to start the week after. Or, I thought I was.
I was all "cancer chose the wrong chick to mess with - let's shave it of...
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I did something similar to Leonie -- had a haircut before surgery, then a shorter one before I started chemo. The minute it started falling out I went for a number one -- it's a lot easier to lose stubble than it is for whole strands, especially when it doesn't come out evenly. I actually still have a very light stubble on my head, which is nice cos I still have some scalp sensitivity.
The other thing that makes the pre-emptive shave worthwhile is that it's depressing seeing your hair all over the house, and sweeping it up.
Go well, hope you enjoy the 'new look' as much as possible!
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