Gauri Kulkarni Gauri Kulkarni Asked 6 months ago

Does chemo still cause hair loss?

I'm seeing a lot of advancements in cancer treatment. My aunt is worried about starting chemo because of hair loss. Does chemo still cause hair loss with the newer treatments, or have they found ways to prevent it?

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Rohan Sawant Rohan Sawant Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago
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Haan yaar, even with all the new tech, it actually still happens for most people. Some hospitals have these cold caps now that help reduce it, but it is not 100% guaranteed. Tension मत लो, it is just temporary and will come back eventually.

Meera Krishnan Meera Krishnan Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

I totally understand how terrifying the thought of losing your hair is, I used to lose sleep over this. It is a very emotional thing to go through. Just know that your feelings are completely valid, and it is okay to feel scared or sad about it.

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Rahul Verma Rahul Verma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Yes, it still happens quite a bit. Honestly, focusing on keeping your body strong during this time is what matters most. Eat clean, get enough protein if your doctor allows, and do some light stretching or walks to keep your energy up.

Jaspreet Kaur Jaspreet Kaur Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Yes, it still does for a lot of regimens, but you can manage it. I bought a few comfortable cotton scarves and a nice wig before my first session itself so I was prepared. Don't wash your hair too often and use a baby shampoo to be gentle on the roots.

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Amit Sharma Amit Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Yes, unfortunately, it still causes hair loss in most cases. But it does grow back after therapy.

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