Post chemo
Hello all I am a triple negative stage 1 breast cancer serviver I have been cancer free since April. But I'm struggling with some post chemo issues It's been 6 months since my last one and my skin ...
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@riss81
Sensitive skin may be a delayed chemo reaction - crazy curly hair definitely is. If you lost your hair during chemo, growing back curly, even frizzy is quite normal. Even if you didn’t lose your hair, chemo targets rapidly growing cells - your hair follicles are unintended targets so hair growth is stopped or significantly altered. Many people experience changes in colour and texture too. The good news is that you are highly likely to revert to your original type of hair - the bad news is that it may take a while. Regular trimming can help but you may just have to
adjust to being a curlilocks in the meantime.
Sensitive skin may be a delayed chemo reaction - crazy curly hair definitely is. If you lost your hair during chemo, growing back curly, even frizzy is quite normal. Even if you didn’t lose your hair, chemo targets rapidly growing cells - your hair follicles are unintended targets so hair growth is stopped or significantly altered. Many people experience changes in colour and texture too. The good news is that you are highly likely to revert to your original type of hair - the bad news is that it may take a while. Regular trimming can help but you may just have to
adjust to being a curlilocks in the meantime.
Your GP may be able to advise on your skin and any menopausal issues. Best wishes.