Hair loss

Hi and welcome to the Online Community, although I am sorry to see you finding us and so sorry to hear about your diagnosis - this must have been a big shock to you.

A cancer diagnosis can bring a lot of stress, confusion and many questions but talking with people who are on the same journey can help a lot so can I first highlight our very supportive Ovarian cancer group.

Posting in this group will open up your concerns to a wider group of people who know exactly what you are going through at the moment.

Follow the link I've created, join the group then introduce yourself to the group and post questions after selecting 'start a discussion' and you can also join in with existing conversations by clicking on 'reply'.

I lost my hair three times over my treatment and I found it more manageable to shave it all off but talk with the folks in the group.

Can I also highly recommend our various Macmillan Support Line Services - you can call them free on 0808 808 00 00 This service covers Emotional Support, Practical Information. Clinical Information, Financial Support and Work Guidance mostly open 8.00 to 8.00 but check the link and you may also find our Ask an Expert section helpful.

Our Online Information and Support Section  is a good place to find information covering cancer diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers.

Talking to people face to face can help a lot so check to see if you have any Local Macmillan Support in your area or a Maggie’s Centre as these folks are amazing.

You may want to put some information in your profile as this can help a lot. Click here to see how to add details as this helps everyone to see a little about you and how best to reply to you.

All the very best.

Hi Wychwoman

I was diagnosed with Ovarian cancer almost two years ago  - you can read my profile by clicking on my name.

I have lost my hair twice through Chemotherapy and the first time i was on exactly the same chemo drugs as you.  For me it took 15 days for my hair to start falling out. I also experienced tingling and soreness on my head which was the chemo affecting the nerve endings.  The soreness i can only describe as a feeling like a band tied too tightly around my hair which leaves my head sore when it is pulled out.  I actually found it more distressing my hair falling out than my friend shaving my hair off which, quite frankly was a blessed relief.

You will be relieved to know that the soreness does ease and i found once my hair was shaved off it reduced it quickly initially as well.  Also, i found baby shampoo, all in one shower gel's and creams best to use as no harsh chemicals. 

Hope this helps and do let us know how you get on.

A very warm welcome.

Thank you so much. That helps.x

Thank you very much.