Hi everyone
im due to have my first chemo session tomorrow. It has been suggested that I use a cold cap to retain my har but I’m struggling to make the decision. I have very fine, soft hair which is not very thick. Has anyone had a similar experience and what would your advice be? I’m not overly worried about hair loss so views either way would be very helpful
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Hi there, how did you get on with the cold cap? I used it from dec 19 to April 20. I had my hair cut to shoulder length beforehand and I kept most of my hair but went a little bald on top . I only used to wash my hair once a week and let it dry naturally, I boughta couple nice hats to disguise this and no one would ever know as I didn’t tell a lot of people. I now have about inch n half hair growth on top which is not the same texture and a bit bouffanty 
Which looks a bit odd when I leave my hair down, so tend to clip it up . My hair is thinner now but still no one would know I’ve had cancer . Hope all goes well for you x take care . Fuzzball
