Hair loss question

lynnetteflowers said:

Hair returning
Hi I am new to the group. Everybody sounds so positive.that is so nice. I am a little scared about hair returning. I have seen some things on the internet that are scary about hair not returning after taxotere. Has anyone else seen this report?I did call the American cancer Society and they are looking into it. I hope I am not scaring anyone else, I am almost afraid to write this, but I am just wondering if anyone knows anything.Thank you.

Christmas Girl said:

Welcome, Traci
We're all here to support and encourage each. So, again, welcome.

Dealing with chemo-induced hair loss is a very personal choice - each patient needs to select whatever method provides the most comfort, on many levels. I, too, bought* cute hats and scarves (and got many as presents). Since I live in the Midwest and was hairless during autumn and winter (i.e., very cold weather) - I needed the headcoverings for warmth. By the time the weather warmed enough in spring - I had about a 1/2" of hair (not much) on my head. So, tucked a few of the hats and scarves - my favorites - away, and donated all the rest.

I would never, ever stare at a bald woman! I'd smile at her! It's not about what the "public" thinks, it's all about how you feel.

One of our veteran members, cats_toy/Cat, spent her hairless days sans headcovering. Like you, she's from a year-round warm climate. She'll probably post here, too.

Visit often, whenever you'd like or need to.

(* Within this group - shopping is considered Retail Therapy!)

Pamela A said:

Taxotere and Cytoxan - Eyebrows and Eyelash loss
Hello All - Just found this site and it has great information. I had by last round of 4 TC treatments (every 3 wks) last week. I lost most of my hair after the first treatment. I still have my eyelashes and eyebrows. For those of you who have already been through TC treatment did you retain your lashes and brows or will I still likely lose them?

I realize this should be a minor part of the whole process - but was wondering what to expect. :-)

Thanks!

mizv said:

Thanks for the Question
Hi Traci - thanks for asking the question that has been mulling around in my mind for 2 weeks now - since I got my head shaved.

After reading all the posts about it, I am almost ashamed that I'm such a weenie about it, because I have not even looked at my head. Nor have I let my husband see me without a bandana - even wear it at night. Maybe after more time goes by I will get used to it and will not be afraid to look.

I decided right off that I didn't want to wear a wig, so I went to Hobby Lobby and bought a stack of cute cotton bandanas. They work perfectly - just the right size to cover up but not droop around my head. I also bought several cute ballcaps, but haven't worn them yet. Maybe never will.

So far people have stared (especially my dog), but I stare right back. I guess my biggest problem is that I have small bones which makes a small head, and sharp features - long pointy nose and chin, so I feel like I really look bad without any hair to soften my features. So far (after only 1 treatment) I still have eyelashes and eyebrows (fingers X'd).

Anyway, as the others have said, each of us has our own way of coping. I really enjoyed some of the posts - they were pretty funny. Good luck in whatever you decide - I know it will be the perfect choice for you.

Val

I had hats and scarves, too, and bought a wig. I hardly ever wore the wig. I finally just went without anything. I have never been one to enjoy fooling with my hair, anyway! LOL I got absolutely no reactions out in public. I think there is so much breast cancer around, and awareness of it, that people pretty much know what they are looking at. I don't think you need to worry! My hair is growing back now and I'm dreading when I have to mess with it. Best of luck to you!