Didn’t lose hair?
Has anyone been through chemo and not lost their hair? Is this possible?
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Hi @Natuls - welcome to the blog - I bet you never thought you would be joining this exclusive club - I know I didn't! Ask any questions you like and we will try & help you understand stuff - and be there to support you xx ...
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Yep, as @Afraser said - losing hair (or not) all depends on the chosen chemo and even maybe the strength. My husband is on permanent chemo & the first line of defence (Capox at 50% strength) and he kept his hair. In Dec, his chemo was changed to Folfiri (also 50%) & he lost his hair within 10 days of the first infusion. :( Talk to your Onc about it, if it is a concern to you ..... some women use a 'Cold Cap' during the infusions, to lessen the chance of hair loss. Some find it uncomfortable .... others find it OK. Hopefully someone who's used one will jump on & tell you of their experiences.
When you have a few minutes spare, check out this post, which explains a bit more about the forum - we even have some laughs, or show off our pets, crafts and gardens ..... There is also a lot of info down the bottom re what questions to ask of your professionals (download the docs, as the pics are just examples.)
https://onlinenetwork.bcna.org.au/discussion/23477/a-big-welcome-to-all-our-new-members#latest
Take care & all the best with your ongoing treatment xx
If any of the groups on the lower right side of the page 'suits you', you can request to join for total privacy on all discussions. This main forum is 'public'.
Feel free to tell us a bit more about yourself - whereabouts are you with your treatment? If you add your Town/region to your profile - we may have members nearby who can fill you in services that are available to you - or even a meet & greet, covid willing!
Yep, as @Afraser said - losing hair (or not) all depends on the chosen chemo and even maybe the strength. My husband is on permanent chemo & the first line of defence (Capox at 50% strength) and he kept his hair. In Dec, his chemo was changed to Folfiri (also 50%) & he lost his hair within 10 days of the first infusion. :( Talk to your Onc about it, if it is a concern to you ..... some women use a 'Cold Cap' during the infusions, to lessen the chance of hair loss. Some find it uncomfortable .... others find it OK. Hopefully someone who's used one will jump on & tell you of their experiences.
When you have a few minutes spare, check out this post, which explains a bit more about the forum - we even have some laughs, or show off our pets, crafts and gardens ..... There is also a lot of info down the bottom re what questions to ask of your professionals (download the docs, as the pics are just examples.)
https://onlinenetwork.bcna.org.au/discussion/23477/a-big-welcome-to-all-our-new-members#latest
Take care & all the best with your ongoing treatment xx