January 2025 chemo starters

Hi all. So sorry that you are all here. Chemotherapy is not great but it’s doable.

Anyone cold capping. I did 12 weekly Paclitaxel and kept most of my hair with 2 patches above my ears and some thinning. I had a wig and didn’t need it. I did cut my bob into a pixie and probably didn’t need to. I found distraction was better for the first 10/15 minutes some take paracetamol.

This thread is helpful

I would also recommend Paxman’s cold cap website for correct fitting and hair care. Also Cancer Hair Care Charity run by Jasmin who worked with Trevor Sorbie. They offer personalised advice on all hair loss issues including eyelashes. I was Lucy to be gifted some false lashes especially designed for those who have lost their own. More great advice from Look good Feel Better charity who do courses online and in person for hair loss ( with Jasmin), hair coverings, skin care and makeup aswell as nail hand and feet care.

Thinking of you all :smiling_face_with_three_hearts:

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