Hair Loss
Hair loss by chemotherapy is it really that bad? Consider the advantages; quicker showers, cooler in the summer, and no more bad hair days. You could even look similar to Michael Jordan or Vin Diesel, who are both hairless. Hair loss is not the end. It is the beginning of a new you. Hair loss is a well-known side effect of chemotherapy.
When will it happen?
Hair loss occurs usually 2 to 3 weeks after your first chemotherapy treatment. Rarely, your hair loss starts within a few days. Occasionally, temporary hair loss happens to your complete body. Including face, arms, pelvis, lags and sadly even the butt. When the hair grows back it could be softer/coarser than before it fell out, a different color, or change from curly to straight or the other way around.
Prevention: Is it possible?
As of now, there is no prevention for hair loss caused by chemotherapy; however, there has been attempts made but none have been successful. On the other hand, a few chemotherapy drugs doesn’t cause hair loss.
Headwear: Being undercover.
Scarves
Great to use in the winter but takes time to put on.
Hats
Use a hat for a quick cover up.
Bandanas
It takes more time to use a bandana: nevertheless, they look good. Also
you can look like a G in the hood.
Wigs
With a wig you must find one that looks the greatest on you. Don’t get a
low-priced one that looks like a mop.
The Facts
• You lose 50 to 100 head hairs a day.
• The second fastest growing tissue in your body is your hair.
• Hair is considered already dead.
After Treatment
Your hair usually grows back between 4 to 6 months while it’s growing the scalp could be itchy. Typically, your hair comes back looking similar to baby hair.
In the end
Your feelings, personality, and your intelligence are what matters the most not the thing covering your head.