Will I lose my hair during chemotherapy?
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10 hours agoI'm 39 and was recently diagnosed with stage 3 IDC estrogen progesterone positive her2 negative. I've already had a masectomy and axillary lyphnode removal. I'm scheduled to start chemo as soon as Im healed up enough. They're starting me with the red devil they call it and then some other kind after that. Then radiation and 5 years of hormone medication. It feels like so much. I have long hair to my waist and have since I was a kid, I'm terrified to lose it and go bald. I'm terrified of the side effects and of all chemo brings. I'm just lost and alone. I'm so sorry we have to be here on this thread, wish everything was different for us.
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5 hours agoWorries about hair loss during chemotherapy are very common in the HR+ HER2- breast cancer community, and this community is here for you. Your oncology team can explain what to expect with your specific chemo plan, including options for hair care. For a more personal conversation, just scroll down the page from Home Screen of app to find the Ask Outcomes4Me box to get in touch and connect with our clinical care experts. If things ever feel too heavy, you can also call or text the 988 hotline anytime.
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