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Andij
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11 years ago

One heck of a roller coaster ride we are on....

Had 2nd chemo last Tuesday and today I have an itchy rash on the top of my head. Has anyone else had this?

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  • It is much better today thankfully. Must be a chemo reaction:)

     

  • Yes mine did too, but that happened day 13. so this is since the 2nd chemo last week. I used paw paw ointment on it yesterday and T Gell today. It is definitely on the improve:) 

  • Hi Kazzi. My hair started coming out day 13 and all has been fine until this second chemo as far as the head goes. I put paw paw on it yesterday and used T Gell today and it is def. bit better so heres hoping

  • Hi Andij,

    I just had second cycle of chemo last Tues too.  I remember my scalp getting quite painful, sensitive to touch just before it fell out.  My hair starting coming out on day 14 and since then it has settled. I had warm showers, (like a warm massage) and I put on olive oil on my scalp. 

    Don't hesitate to contact the oncology unit just to confirm and they may have advice.

    Take care,

    Karen xx

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    Hi Andu, my head got itchy just before my hair began to fall out. My scalp also got hot from time to time. Maybe contact your oncology unit and get some advice. Best of luck, Tracey B ??

  • Hi when I had my second chemo I had my hair cut off as it was falling out. My head got infected it was really sore and red I needed antibiotics. It was so sore I had trouble wearing my wig. Hope it stops itching.