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hair loss
by jak, Jul 16, 2001 12:00AM
I am a 44 year old female that was diagnosed in August 2000. I underwent 3 rounds of Adriamycin and 3 rounds of Taxotere followed by surgery and radiation. I am happy to say that things are going well, except that my hair has not come back. I have some hair on the sides and back of my head, my eyelashes have returned, and I shave my legs on a regular basis. I have very little hair on the top of my head and my eyebrows have not returned. Do you have any information that might help me? I have tried several doctors, but can't seem to find any answers. Is it possible that it is just slow or that it won't come back at all? I would appreciate any advice you might have or putting me in contact with someone who has had a similar experience. Thank you so much for your time. Jane
Doctor's Answer
by CCF-RN,MSN-JS, Jul 17, 2001 12:00AM
Dear Jane, The rate of hair growth varies from person to person. The average rate is about ¼ inch in a month’s time. The return of hair after chemotherapy also varies not only from person to person but also there could be a varying rate from one area of the body to another (as you are experiencing). People also notice that the new hair will sometimes grow back in a different color shade or texture.
