The Cancer Survivors Network (CSN) is a peer support community for cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, families, and friends! CSN is a safe place to connect with others who share your interests and experiences.

Hair growth

clsmith
clsmith CSN Member Posts: 76
edited March 2014 in Lung Cancer #1
How long after chemo is finished does it take for the hair to start growing? It is almost 4 weeks since I finished chemo and don't see much growth of any hair. Is there something that is good to use on the head for hair growth? Thank you very much. Cindy
Like Care

Comments

  • medi_2
    medi_2 CSN Member Posts: 505 Member
    #2
    Hi Cindy
    It varies, but I wouldn't worry. Mine started out as fuzz. I haven't heard of anything to put on your head, but it seems if anything would work it would be scalp stimulation. Do you have a cat? Just kidding...;)
    Medi
    Like Care
  • nanaof7
    nanaof7 CSN Member Posts: 127
    #3
    medi_2 said:

    Hi Cindy
    It varies, but I wouldn't worry. Mine started out as fuzz. I haven't heard of anything to put on your head, but it seems if anything would work it would be scalp stimulation. Do you have a cat? Just kidding...;)
    Medi

    hair
    my son shaved his head the same day I did ( in my honor ) and he has had 2 haircuts and needs another soon, and I'm just getting fuzz not on top though, mine was from radiation
    don't worry enjoy the the easy care no shampoo or cream rinse no curling irons and hair dryers I guess I just like to look at the good side, lol hope it grows quickly for you
    Like Care
  • clsmith
    clsmith CSN Member Posts: 76
    #4
    nanaof7 said:

    hair
    my son shaved his head the same day I did ( in my honor ) and he has had 2 haircuts and needs another soon, and I'm just getting fuzz not on top though, mine was from radiation
    don't worry enjoy the the easy care no shampoo or cream rinse no curling irons and hair dryers I guess I just like to look at the good side, lol hope it grows quickly for you

    Medi and Nana
    Thank you both very much for you comments. Just found out yesterday I will be having Radiation. Fun continues-Take care medi and nana. Cindy
    Like Care

Discussion Boards