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🌿 Hair loss
What it is, what helps, and when to seek medical help.
General guidance only; it does not replace medical advice. Talk to your medical team before any decision about your treatment.
Frequently asked questions
Hair loss: what is it and why does it happen?
Alopecia (hair loss) is caused by chemotherapy drugs that affect rapidly dividing cells, including hair follicles. It usually appears 2–4 weeks after treatment starts and is temporary — hair grows back after treatment.
Hair loss: what helps?
- Cutting your hair short or shaving before it falls out can make the transition easier.
- Wigs, scarves and hats are all valid options — choose what makes you feel good.
- Protect your scalp from the sun with a high SPF or by covering it.
- Care for your scalp gently — avoid harsh products.
- Talk to a counsellor or support group if the emotional impact is significant.
- Regrown hair, eyebrows and eyelashes may differ in texture or color — this is normal.
Hair loss: when should you seek medical help?
Hair loss itself does not need urgent escalation, but severe scalp rashes or intense irritation should be mentioned at your appointment.
When to seek help
Hair loss itself does not need urgent escalation, but severe scalp rashes or intense irritation should be mentioned at your appointment.
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