Side effects building now

Hi CJ62 I didn't dye my hair during treatment ( i was told not to )and I can't remember exact timescale but I finished treatment beginning nov 24 and I had it done (highlights) as soon as they could get me in after treatment which I think was before the end of the month. With regards to going back to work I think it was about 3 or 4 weeks after, I went back 5 days a week, i probably went back a bit soon but finances dictated. I would play it by ear if I was you and see how you feel, go back when you feel ready. Sending hugs. Xx

Hello CJ62 

You are doing really well and only eight more days to go; however, you may find that a month after treatment ends isn't quite enough, but that said the treatment affects everyone differently.  I would see how you feel and don't rush into any decision just yet.

My hair was just growing back in as I had lost it all due to six cycles of systemic chemo prior to the chemo/radiotherapy and it wasn't long enough to have highlighted; of course the regrowth showed the true colour (after telling myself I am blonde for many years!)  Best to check with your oncologist for a definite answer.  I think it is to do with the scalp being very sensitive and the various drugs you are having affecting the colour absorption (so AI tells me).

Keep counting off those days!

Irene xx

Hi Clare (CJ62 ),

It’s great to hear you’re baring up well so far into your treatment, thank you for sharing your update. 

I was advised not to colour my hair during or directly after treatment had finished, I think I waited a little over 6 weeks. 

I returned to work around 5-6 weeks post treatment, I went back on a phased return to begin with & decided soon after that I was happy working part time. 

Just remember we’re all individual & so are our reactions to & recovery from this treatment. I had around 11 days post treatment where I was pretty ropey but once I started to heal it happened fairly quickly although the fatigue went on for quite some time. When the time feels right discuss your return to work with your employer, maybe if you usually do 2 full days would starting back for half a day on those 2 days be an option? 

Wishing you the very best of luck with the final 8 days, you’re nearly there! 

Nicola 

Thank you for all the replys.

I have a meeting with HR on 14th September to discuss returning to work but i will stay off until i  feel ready.

My first meeting with my oncologist is already come through for the 7th October.

Clare