Hair loss

Hi everyone. Have now had 3 of 6 chemo treatments.

First 2 sessions I had the cold cap but as my hair was really shedding it became sore with cap having direct with my scalp. I did not have the cap during my last treatment nor will I have it for the remainder.

My hair has continued the shed and fall out and now probably have lost 70% to 75% of my hair. To be honest I can no longer look in the mirror and wear beanies around the house or knitted hats or wig when out and about.

Just looking for experiences anyone has of using clippers on hair so it is really short (what's left) what did it look like and when did it start to grow back.

Thank you x

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  • Hi Cah60, I'm on EC chemo at the moment and cut my hair short before treatment started, as I knew losing it would be quick. It started to fall out last Tuesday, which I found really upsetting.So on Wednesday I went to the wig shop, who gave me a number 4 with the clippers. This was the right decision for me and losing it less traumatic. It has since come out rapidly, as I did not have the cold cap, due to being prone to headaches anyway. I now wear my hats or my wig if we're out socialising. Hopefully you will soon be able to reach a decision that suits you. I wish you well on your journey moving forward. Xx

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  • Hi Cah60, I'm on EC chemo at the moment and cut my hair short before treatment started, as I knew losing it would be quick. It started to fall out last Tuesday, which I found really upsetting.So on Wednesday I went to the wig shop, who gave me a number 4 with the clippers. This was the right decision for me and losing it less traumatic. It has since come out rapidly, as I did not have the cold cap, due to being prone to headaches anyway. I now wear my hats or my wig if we're out socialising. Hopefully you will soon be able to reach a decision that suits you. I wish you well on your journey moving forward. Xx

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