Hair growth post proton radiotherapy

Hi, I had Proton Radiotherapy back in October - December 2016 and my hairs been growing back but it’s really curly and it didn’t used to be I just wondered if it’ll ever be straight again or if there’s any products I can put on it to help? It’s also a lot thinner at the front but I doubt that will change sadly. I know I shouldn’t be moaning as my scans have gone amazingly and they’ve just been pushed back to every 4 months rather than every 3 which was amazing but I just thought I’d check. I just have real hair envy, I’m 21 and I just want my hair to be what it was. Sorry for the moan xx

  • Welcome to Cancer Chat, PhoebeR.

    I'm glad to hear that your treatment seems to have worked, it is always nice to hear such news but I can appreciate why you're a little concerned about your hair growth.

    As far products that you could use go, perhaps it's best to speak to your medical team as they're familiar with your case and they would be the best people to advise you on this matter. Having said that, our cancer nurses would be happy to chat with you if you think they could help. Their free phone number is 0808 800 4040 and are available Monday - Friday from 9 a.m - 5 p.m.

    I hope all goes well for you,PhoebeR, and that you finally get your hair as you'd like. If you have a minute, come back and give us an update now and then.

    All the best,

    Renata, Cancer Chat Moderator