Breast cancer
posted by Runner girl
31 October 2018

Hair loss during Taxol

Last reply: 05 November 2018 13:16

Probably one of the most googled questions for someone on chemo, what will happen to my hair.

Well I just finished 12 sessions of weekly Taxol and my hair has thinned significantly. It started around start of week 6 and continued for couple weeks. It has slow down now as very little hair left. I would guess I have lost 70% volume but still have coverage with what I have. So I started wearing a wide hair band to camoflage it somewhat....

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commented by Irish Cancer Society
05 November 2018

05 November 2018 13:16

Hi Runnergirl, Hair loss from cancer treatment is usually temporary. Once the course of treatment is over, your hair will usually grow again within a short space of time.

Please read this webpage here , for more information on caring for hair during treatment, coping with hair loss and advise on choosing wigs, headpieces and head wear. If need to discuss this further with a nurse , please contact us on 1800 200 700.

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