Congratulations On Finishing Chemo: Best Congratulations Wishes

I've had a great day!! Today was my last chemo. I was able to get my treatment that I normally get over 3 weeks in one treatment today so I AM DONE!! I'm so thrilled. Still bad pain in my hands with neuropathy but doc put me on Cymbalta. Anyone on that? Also throughout my treatment I have not received Neulasta. Today I did receive the on body injection of Neulasta. It will dispense tomorrow about 2pm. Any info, experience, etc. about this is greatly appreciated!! Can it get wet like to take a shower? Thank you in advance!!

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Congratulations on finishing chemo - what a great feeling! I hope the next few days aren't too rough and you can enjoy being at the end of treatment xx

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Echoing what YoshBosh said! Congrats on finishing it's a great feeling even if you feel crap for the next few days!

All the best!

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Congratulations on your chemo completion! I had the Neulasta on body injector one time, after that I self injected after being sent the medication (per my insurance). I can't remember if I showered with the on-body.

Sometimes Neulasta causes bone pain. Claritin for some reason has been found to help with / prevent this. I started taking it the day before injection and for about four days after. I didn't get any pain. Hopefully you don't either. Wishing you all the best. Dee

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Great photo and I love your t shirt - congratulations on getting to this place!! Once you start to feel better then try to make the time to celebrate - I found it all a bit of an anti climax and hubby and I made a real effort to actually mark that time.

Clare xx

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Congratulations! Now when you experience your usual side effects you can say "OK, that's the last time I will have to go thru that!" And you get to start watching your hair grow! Great times ahead. Happy for you.

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Well done . So happy for you . Your smile says it all. Keep on smiling !

XXX

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Hidden7 years ago

lovely photo, so glad for you, finishing chemo is a great feeling, enjoy good times to come xxxx Jeanette

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Good for you.

Have no experience of Neulasta.

Take care xxx

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It's a great feeling to know it's over, isn't it? Once you're over the side effects of this last one, you can slowly get to feel better and better. All the best!

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Congratulations😀 I had cymbalta to aid in nerve healing from numbness. I have nerve pain in my feet and ankles now (on avastin alone). I have been switched to lyrica. I have only been on it a few days but not convinced it is working. I was on it on top of the cymbalta and that did not work. My best pain reduction results have been from physio, ice or other cooling and using ibuprofen and occasionally solpadene.

Susan

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Well done ! You look great !

Judy xx

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Well done on finishing your last chemo, love the t shirt. Julie xx

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Congratulations well done getting through treatment, I am on Naproxen for the neuropathy. I am so pleased for you, remember too be kind to yourself your body and mind have been through so much.

Ellsey xx

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Well done, here's to a great recovery and cancer stability. Xx

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Well done I hope everything goes well for you 😃

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So glad you've done it!!!! What a great feeling you must have. your beautiful smile says it all!!! I give myself the neupogen shots for four days in a row after i have low white counts but no experience with the body injection. Go treat yourself to something special!!!

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THANK YOU ALL for the kind and encouraging words! My treatment center gave me the shirt and I love it. The back says "AND PROUD OF IT"! No truer statement! Blessings to all of you. Wish you all the best. I'm still going to be keeping up with posts on here & help in whatever little way I can! xxxxx

Andrea

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Congratulations! I take Cymbalta, but only for Fibro. Helps settle the nerves throughout your system, one good side effect is weight loss. I have been on it so long that part doesn't work for me anymore, and my Oncologist says I can't loose weight.. But I'm not her! I have only had Neulasta in the stomach between treatments when my count was low.

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Well done wishing you all the best xx

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So happy for you! I had neupogen during my treatments, so no experience with neulasta...sorry.

I have neuropathy in my feet, but have not taken anything for it.

I wish you an everlasting remission! JudyV

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Well done Alnovca, that is something to celebrate. I am on lyrica for neuropathic pain. I have fibromyalgia and have been on the lyrica since before I was diagnosed with cancer.

Wishing you all the very best life has to offer..

(Hugs)

Damelza

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Well done on getting past the finish line! Now you need to give your body time to build itself back up again and start to recover. I finished 2ns line treatment earlky August and I'm still very tired, especially if I've had a busy day

Love the T-shirt. xx

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Before Chemotherapy Hair Loss

I had such a hard time finding a decent photo of myself to show my hair before cancer. Like most moms I always seem to be the one taking the picture, so I'm never actually in the photo!

I finally found this one so you can see the color and style I had before chemotherapy.

Hair before Chemo

After learning that I would need chemo, I had my hairdresser cut my hair into a short bob to prepare for losing it. This photo was taken at my first chemo session.

A couple weeks after this chemo treatment, I ended up shaving off my hair. It started itching and almost even stinging, which felt really annoying. My scalp also started hurting. It felt like when you wear a tight ponytail all day long and then take it down at the end of the day.

It was just kind of a sore, uncomfortable feeling. So one day I called my husband at work, told him I couldn’t take it anymore, and shaved it all off. I felt like such a weight had been lifted off my shoulders once I accepted the inevitable and got rid of my hair.

Don’t get me wrong, I sobbed as I did it; but, once it was done I didn’t feel terrified of it any longer.

As emotional as the act of shaving it off was, it was sort of comical too. I took scissors to my hair first and just started cutting random spots. It got to a point where I looked so incredibly ridiculous I couldn’t stop laughing!

Hair Growth- 1 Week after Chemo

So, I have been really excited that my hair is coming in AND that it looks blonde. This euphoria was short lived when I realized it's actually not blonde, it's grey!

Oh well, I'm so happy to have hair I don't care if it's green. I can always dye it eventually anyway! I know my eye looks kind of creepy in the shot above. Ha! I wanted to show that my eyebrows and eyelashes are still intact.

They aren't as full as they usually are, but I do still have some!

Growing Hair after Chemo- Month 1

There's not a big change between my last photos and these. It's only been a few weeks though.

I am sad to say that ALL of my eyebrows and eyelashes did end up falling out. It's weird that they survived 6 months of chemotherapy, and then they fell out a month after it was over.

Also, I'm sure you can tell that my hair is really filling in on the sides. The back is also pretty full. I'm not sure when the top of my head is going to decide to catch up though!

Month 2 Pictures

My eyebrows and eyelashes are back! They literally started coming back in within a few days of falling out. I think I had a full set two weeks after they were gone.

You can also tell that the top of my hair is finally starting to fill in. There's some brown color mixing in with the grey as well. Growing hair after chemo is a slow process, but I’m so thankful to have hair again!

Hair Regrowth 3 Months after Chemo

This is the month I started noticing a big difference in my hair. I would estimate that I have about two inches of length throughout. I also finished radiation this month, which is super exciting!

You can see that I have some length growing down the nape of my neck and beside my ears. It even shows when I wear a hat with no wig, which is really exciting! The color is so blah though. It's a dull mousy brown color with streaks of grey.

Even though I REALLY want to dye it, I'm trying to wait six months like my oncologist suggested. After finally gaining some fullness, I would hate for it to dry out and fall off because of hair dye.

Photos from Month 4

I didn’t really think I noticed a big difference in my hair this month until I looked at the photos from last month. It has definitely filled in and become thicker. I have started wearing a ball cap at times without my wig underneath.

This is a big deal for me because I feel super exposed without my wig. With a hat on, it looks like I have a short hair cut though. The top is still too short for me to feel comfortable without a hat. I’m hoping within the next month or two that changes.

So, I did decide to dye my hair this month too. I was going back and forth on the idea of doing it. My hair had so much grey I wanted covered, but I didn’t want the chemicals from the hair dye to make it fall out again.

And my hair is still intact, which is most important! I’m going to try to wait a couple more months before having it professionally done.

Month 5

This month I decided to completely lose the wig! It has been so hot and humid here that I just can’t bear to put it on and go outside. Plus, I’m still getting hot flashes from Tamoxifen, so I’m even extra hot.

I still typically wear a ball cap to cover the super short top of my head, but it is slowly growing some length too. On another note, my eyebrows and eyelashes seem to be thinning a bit. I’m assuming the Tamoxifen is to blame.

I still have my eyebrows and eyelashes; but, they are just shorter than what I’m used to. Has anyone else experienced that with Tamoxifen?

Hair Growth after Chemo Month 6

This month I finally went to my hairdresser for a professional color and cut. It was such an exciting time!

My oncology nurse had told me to try to wait six months before coloring my hair so that I didn’t damage and break off what I had worked so hard to grow.

So, five and a half months later my hair seemed strong enough, and I was so ready for a change! My hairdresser lightened it up quite a bit; although, it’s still not back to the blonde it once was. She said it would be a gradual process but that I would get there.

She also cut off a TON of my hair even though it was super short to begin with. It had grown back really unevenly, and I basically had a mullet.

My hairdresser cut it to where the sides and back looked more evenly proportioned to the short hairs on the top of my head. She said it should grow out in a more uniform way now.

It was really hard to lose what little length that I had. When I put on a hat, it actually looked like I had a decent amount of hair at the bottom. After my haircut, though, it’s definitely more of a pixie style. It’s also super curly so I feel like I look like Justin Timberlake if I let it go natural. Ha!

Hopefully it will grow quickly!

On another note, my eyelashes and eyebrows are back to normal. I’m not sure why they had thinned out so much last month, but it’s nice to have them back!

Growing Hair after Chemo Month 8

These pictures are from month 8 of growing hair after Taxol. I had my hair highlighted again last week. The color is slowly getting blonder with each visit to the salon.

My hair is also gaining some length, which is nice! I have found that a 1 inch curling iron works best for it at this length because it grips it better than the flat iron.

Month 9 of Hair Regrowth

It feels great to be nine months out from chemo! I have to admit that it’s getting more difficult to remember to take these pictures. I think that’s a really good thing though. It means my thoughts are no longer consumed with cancer and hair loss!

The color and length are both getting better each month, and I continue to feel so grateful for what I have. This month I bought a new flat iron to help tame the curls. My fourteen year old niece received this straightener as a Christmas gift, and she let me borrow it.

It’s really thin and is good at clamping down on even the shortest of hair. My hair dresser uses this same one in her salon, and she said it’s a great straightener for long hair too!

Pictures from Hair Growing Back after Chemo (Month 11

Well, it’s almost been one year since I finished Taxol. It’s crazy to see how much I’ve changed in eleven months time. I’m still loving my new flat iron, and I now need to section off my hair when styling it because there’s so much of it!

The length is also getting to the point where I can tuck it behind my ear. I’m really grateful that I can now go without a hat or head covering, especially since it’s already getting hot here!

Head Coverings

I spent a ridiculous amount of money on wigs, scarves, and hats prior to shaving my head. Most of these completely went to waste once I was bald.

My head was really sensitive and itched when I wore most of the beanies that I had bought. And I looked like I was wearing a swim cap in half of them, which I didn’t like.

About mid-way through my chemo treatment, I found a few head piece options that I really, really loved and stuck with those. I also continued to wear them until I was comfortable with the regrowth of my hair.

Wigs

The hair is on the sides and back only, so you obviously have to wear a hat (not included) with it. I liked this much better than my expensive wig because it didn’t itch.

This hair is SUPER LONG when you get it, but I cut it myself to be about shoulder length. The picture above is of me on my last day of chemo (yay!!!) with this wig on.

I believe the American Cancer Society may also provide free wigs for cancer patients. You can check out their site here.

Hats

You can wear a cap you already own with the wig, so don’t feel like you need to buy a new one. I just wanted a solid color that went with almost anything I wore. And it’s super cheap!

Scarves

I liked that it has the "tails" on it because it looks less like a swim cap on me. I bought two of these so I could always have one available while the other was in the washing machine.

Final Thoughts on Chemo Hair Loss

Losing your hair due to chemo is undoubtedly a traumatic experience. The journey of growing hair back after treatment is a super slow process, but it's also an exciting one.

I'm really thankful that those two months must have been so busy and positive that I wasn't dwelling on my hair growth. I want to leave you with my final photo in this hair growth journey.

I officially have a pony tail! Words cannot express how exciting this is. Only those who have struggled through this journey will understand.

I took this photo 15 months after finishing chemo. What a difference a year makes! I wish you all the best in your cancer and hair growth journey!

I hope you found these pictures of hair growth after chemo helpful!

Reader Interactions

You previously mentioned you took collagen pills to help with hair regrowth. May I ask the brand and whether they were over the counter or prescription? Thanks for sharing your story!

Hi Carlene,

Thank you for reaching out. I did not take collagen or biotin to promote hair growth after chemo. You could ask your oncologist for a recommendation on a certain brand. He/she may be able to tell you of a kind that worked well for other patients. I'm sorry I couldn't be of more help, but I wish you all the best!

Thank you for posting your pictures. I go back to your blog frequently to remind myself it will get better. There is "another side to this." I lost my hair (ended up shaving like you) 2 weeks into my chemo in February. I can’t believe the cancer patient looking back at me in the mirror. I feel so ugly. But coming back to your blog gives me hope. Again, thank you for sharing your journey. Means a lot.

Hey Christie,

Most people I talk to are not aware that scalp therapy shampoos for fast hair growth (of course with no sulfates, no parabens or DEA) even exist. Individuals can now attain longer hair and experience more possibilities. Definitely worth searching. If you're assessing alopecia, hair damage, preventing skin disorders, fast hair growth, hair health more often than not, very similar principles actualize. In general, you should try to steer clear of hair treatments and products that contain chemicals like parabens, DEA or sulfates. What's healthy for your hair is beneficial for your skin also. Obviously your content here is so accurate for multiple reasons. It stays away from the common errors and pitfalls so many fall into- purchasing ineffective alternatives. Greatly appreciated!

Hi Alfred,

Hi, Shari.
I found your blog because I am going through chemo for ovarian cancer. I am struggling with it because I have had to have a dose reduction and delay due to my blood counts. I am actually worried about my hair starting to grow back during a delay because it makes me worry that the cancer will start growing, too. It terrifies me because ovarian cancer has such a high recurrence rate.

I have been going bald the entire time for the most part. I don't mind my bald head. (My husband says K look like a beautiful Egyptian woman.) I just want my eyelashes and brows back!

Thank you for showing us your progress. May God bless you with a cancer free future.

Hi Jen,
I'm so sorry to hear about your diagnosis with ovarian cancer, and I completely undertand your struggles. I remember feeling terrified when chemo ended because I was so afraid that the cancer cells were going to grow again. Time is the only thing that really heals these thoughts, and unfortunately it doesn't take them completely away. In regards to your hair growth, your eyelashes and brows should return fairly quickly. It sounds like you have more patience with your bald head than I did. And, your husband sounds like a keeper! I will keep you and your family in my prayers for physical and emotional strength through your journey. Thank you so much for sharing!

Thank you so much for posting your story. I was diagnosed with TNBC on May 26th. And started chemotherapy on June 18th. I have 3 Taxol treatments left. December 2nd is my double mastectomy, praying all goes well 🙏. Surprisingly, my hair started growing in. It’s grayish white with a brown strand hear and there. Taking one day at a time and trying to be patient.

Hi Louisa,

I'm so happy to hear you have almost completed your Taxol treatments. I bet you feel so relieved to have them completed before the holidays! My hair started growing in during Taxol as well. And it was also gray and brown. Yours should continue to gain some more color as it comes in. It sounds like you have a really positive attitude about it and patience is definitely key! I wish you all the best and congratulations, once again, for finishing treatment! Yay!!

I was told today my chemo is ending from taxol. I was having to many side effects but my hair started to grow on my chin the sides and back of my head. It looks blonde but it maybe grey I looking to be a red head, either way I will keep watching!

Hi Candice,

Thank you for sharing your story. I”m sorry to hear you experienced so many negative side effects from Taxol. Hopefully you are starting to feel better now that your chemo has ended. I'm sure you're so happy to start seeing hair growth again. It may gain more color as it continues to come in, but I had to finally dye mine to get the shade I was looking for. I wish you all the best in your journey, and thanks again for your positive words!

December 27 2022
I have 2 more treatments on Taxol. I had to skip treatments because of the effects it had on my body. My hair has started to grow back and it’s gray. It’s so encouraging to know we are in this together. Blessings to each of you during this time.

Hi Aurora,
Thank you for sharing! I'm so happy to hear you have almost completed your Taxol treatments. I am sure you feel so relieved to finally finish chemo. Best wishes to you as your hair grows back and as you continue to recover from treatment!

Hey Allison,

I am so sorry to hear about your recent diagnosis. I totally know the “world rocked” feeling and wouldn't wish it on anyone. Everything seems to move really fast after a breast cancer diagnosis, and I know it can all be a blur. It will calm down though and you will get through this! I wish you and your family all the best as you set out on this journey.

im currently 7 1/2 months off chemo so getting close to that 8 month. i had severe allergic reactions my 1st 3 rounds of taxol and they ended up using taxotere the next 3 rounds. its really depressing on me cuz i had really long thick hair & now being almost 8 months post chemo my hair is about where yours was at month 4. and my bangs are hardly growing back you can still see my scalp. i wanna cry every time i look in the mirror. and i refuse to leave the house without either a wig or a hat. i have friends that went through chemo as well and had a full head of hair like you did month by month grew back beautifully. i might have to go see a specialist cuz after this long i should have enough hair to at least come over. your hair looks beautiful by the way. thanks for your post.

Hi Arie,

Goodness it sounds like chemo was not fun at all for you! I'm sorry that your hair isn't exactly as long as you were hoping it would be. I know that it can be so disheartening to look in the mirror and remember what once was. It will get there though! I was much happier with mine after a full year had passed. My hair still isn't where I want it to be, but I am hoping it gets there soon. Thank you for sharing and I wish you all the best!

Hi Shari, did you lose every bit of your hair during the taxotere treatment, or did you have stubs?

Hi Friend!

I lost all of my hair during Adriamycin and Cytoxan chemo. I started Taxol AFTER I had completed Adriamycin and Cytoxan, and all of my hair was already gone. WHILE I was on Taxol, I did not lose any additional hair (except my eyelashes and eyebrows at the VERY end of treatment). If you are starting Taxol with your hair intact, I'm not sure if it stays or if it thins. Sorry I can't be more helpful. Maybe someone reading this can chime in and give their experience! Best wishes to you!

Thanks for the heads up ( no pun intended) about your hair lost. I'm only 2 weeks into growing my hair back.
You showed me I must be patience.. I hope I can drop a note to you in a few months with even a little result.
I'm holding on tight. Thanks so much again

Hi Lynda,
I'm so happy to hear that you are growing hair again after chemo. That's so exciting! Definitely let me know how it's going in a few months. I'm almost two years out from my hair loss, and it's almost hard to even remember myself without hair. It's a slow process, but continue to be patient because you will get there! Best wishes to you!

This was SO helpful! I am 6 months post Taxol and almost 2 months post radiation. I am trying to be patient and grateful for any hair growth, but I would love for it to get some length on it. Mine has not grown back as fully or quickly as yours. I am at about 1.5 inches on top. But I am embracing it and going out without scarf or wig and dressing in my heels and dresses like I did before. BC treatment has brought far more blessings into my life than challenges. I absolutely adore my treatment center at Sumner Station in Gallatin, TN (it looks like you may be from Tennessee as well ?) From Imaging to oncology office to radiation oncology office to physical therapy, they made me look forward to every visit and make so many wonderful friendships. Thank you so much for your pictures and post – gives me hope of what will eventually get here!

Hi Katherine,
I'm so glad you found my photos helpful. Your hair will get there so just continue to be patient. It's a slow process, but you seem to have a really positive attitude about it. I live in East Tennessee now, but my sister actually lives near Gallatin. Small world! I wish you all the best in your continued recovery and hair growth. Thanks for sharing!

I am so glad I found this site!!! I had a lumpectomy on June 10th…cancelled 4 times because of the virus…and was sure all I would need was radiation. But 5 of the 8 lymph nodes removed were cancerous so I have to do chemo. I was shocked but o were the doctors. We knew one lymph node was funky but 5 just blew me out of the water. I am 68, have never been sick, this was my first surgery so I am just all over the place in terms of feelings. Thank you for your journey and for all the wonderful women who have also posted. I find out on Tuesday what the deal will be with chemo. I will let you know. Again…thank you.

Hey Kate, Thank you for sharing your story! I hope your appointment went well and that you are happy with your treatment plan. Chemo is tough, but you will feel like yourself again before you know it!

Hi! I loved your post about hair growing after chemo. When I first left the hospital I went straight and bought 3 wigs. I hated wearing them and I was going bald everywhere. Now I’m 9 months after chemo and I want to go and get a haircut! Thank you so much for posting this pictures!

Hi Andreea,

I’m so glad you liked my post and pictures of hair regrowth. Like you, I found the wigs really uncomfortable to wear. I’m happy to hear you are now experiencing hair growth! Thank you for sharing , and I wish you continued health!

Janna,

I’m so glad you found the pictures and information useful. You may have a rough summer but keep looking forward to the fall and winter. It does get better! Good luck to you and thank you again for taking the time to share. 🙂

Thank you so much for this! Your story sounds so similar to mine. I hated wigs, and stuck to scarves. After my hair fell out wigs hurt; my head was always sensitive. I thought once I finished chemo I’d be good to wear wigs as my hair grows, but I find them to be itchy and painful. I hated my bald head (I never got used to it), but this poky, prickly phase is just as annoying in its own right. I have found that boho style headbands are my best friend right now. Thank you for sharing! As strange as it sounds, just knowing someone understands how I felt/feel makes me feel like I’ll get through this!

Hey JJ,

Thank you for sharing your experience! I’m glad you found my post helpful. I wanted to love my wigs so much, but I just couldn’t get comfortable in them! It sounds like you have finished chemo, so you’re hair should really start growing now! So exciting!!! Good luck with your recovery. 🙂

I have 2 treatments left. I have done great through the whole process and will have a double mastectomy after I finish treatment. The hard part in all of this is now that we are in the pandemic, I have to sit at treatment alone. I will ring the bell in 2 weeks without my crew there. I will have surgery without the support of family or friends. They will be there when I get home, but no one will be at the hospital with me! I can do it and I will but I'm not going to like it very much. I am lucky that my kids are teens and help with everything because my husband works a lot.

Cary,

Throughout this entire Coronavirus pandemic, I have been thinking about those going through treatment. I can’t imagine the added stress it adds to an already nerve-racking situation! I’m so glad to hear you are finishing your chemo treatments. You must feel so relieved! I hope your surgery and recovery go well and that you are able to be up and about soon!

Cary, I did surgery first alone and chemo. I have 2 more. You will be amazed at how strong you are. It is crazy being alone through it. You are a warrior

I am so glad I stumbled upon your blog. I am halfway through my chemo treatments (8 down, 8 to go!) and I’m looking forward to getting my hair back. It’s good to see the progress, I wish hair grew back faster!

Hey Danielle,

Hi Debbie,

Hair loss from chemo was one of the worst parts of all of this for me. I know so many people who embraced it, but I’m just not that girl. So I completely understand your struggle! I’m happy to hear you are healthy again. Take care and thanks for sharing your story!

Thank you for sharing your pics.
I have 9 more taxol chemo to do ( did 4 rounds of AC and already 3 of the taxol) , and my hair has already started to grow a bit . Thin and fluffy but it’s encouraging . Can’t wait for it to get long enough to even brush again! 😊

Hi Mandy,

I’m so glad to hear your hair has started coming back. I know how exciting that is! Once you finish Taxol, it should start growing even faster. You’ll have hair you can brush before you know it. Stay positive and take care!

Thank you for encouraging me. I finished chemo on January 6th.
My natural hair hair is thick and curly I’m really curious how it’s going to come back. Right now the top just stands straight up.
I’m going to keep it shaved for a couple of months until some of the chemo gets out of my system.
Take care and thank you once again

Tammie,

Congratulations on finishing chemo!!! It may take a few months, but you will eventually start feeling like your old self again. My hair is really thick and curly too. The curls seem tighter now, but that may just be because my hair is so short. Growing hair after chemo is a slow process, but it’s getting there. I wish you all the best and congrats again on completing chemo!!

Hi Lillian,

I just finished chemo 8/21/19. It’s been a month and I really don’t see anything yet. I had 6 chemo and 3 internal radiation. I thank God every day that I am cancer free but I must be honest.
Having no hair is a constant reminder every day. I know it will take months and I’m trying to take one day at a time🙏 God Bless all the cancer survivors🙏

Hi Julie,

Congratulations on finishing chemo!!!! I hope you are starting to feel like yourself again now that it’s finally over. Taking it one day at a time is key; although, some days are definitely easier than others. Your hair will start coming in soon, and you will feel like you’re healing. Like everything else it’s a process, but it will get better! I wish you all the best!

Mari – thank you so much for sharing your story. I am experiencing the same side effects from Taxol. I just had my 4th of 6 treatments of a very toxic cocktail of Carboplatin/Taxol. Your hair regrowth photos are so encouraging. It's ridiculous that through all the bone/muscle aches, nausea, neuropathy and sleepless nights that my focus is hair regrowth. I opted to purchase a beautiful but very expensive wig instead of doing Cold Caps to save my hair. The thought of switching out cold caps during chemo stressed me out. My wig looks very much like my own hair, but it is hot and itchy. I literally bought a variety of bandanas ($1) and wore these with my baseball cap. Let's be honest, nothing screams cancer patient like a bald head. I have been documenting my journey privately, but you have inspired me to consider sharing my story publicly when I'm done. Can't wait to be done with this chapter of my life. Prayers to you and your family.

Hi Robin,

I know it’s crazy that some of us focus so much on hair regrowth when we have so many other tough side effects to deal with. I always felt better focusing on the vain things though because I could laugh at them. And they seemed like something I could (kind of) control. My biggest regret in all of this was spending sooo much money on a wig that I have literally worn in public once. I was so sure I would wear it all the time though. Ha! You should totally share your story if you want to! It’s really therapeutic, but it’s also nice to "talk" to other people who are going through the same thing. I really appreciate your prayers and will keep you in my prayers as well! Thanks for reaching out!

Your hair looks beautiful to me, 3 months after chemo and I think I only have one inch of new growth my salt and pepper color must be the original color so I don’t complain my problem is itching if you have any hints??
Thanks and God bless

Thank you Mari! Hair growth after chemo is a slow process, but I’m thankful for every bit of it. My head itched a little as the hair came in too, but it got better as it grew. I continue to keep it conditioned because it seems less itchy the more moisturized it is. If you find another trick, let me know! Best of luck to you!!

Hi! Congratulations on finishing the chemo treatment. I finished mine in January. At the very beginning all my hair was gray but with time it has darkened partially and now it looks like if I had highlights (or should I call them moonlights?)
It is a great feeling to have hair again, and the itchiness disappears over time, in my case I enjoyed it because it just made me think that it was growing back.
Now I use some bobby pins to style my new curls so it won’t get too messy, and always try to focus on how great it is to have hair! =)

Hi Gali,

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Hair Growth after Chemo Month 6

Growing Hair after Chemo Month 8

Month 9 of Hair Regrowth

Pictures from Hair Growing Back after Chemo (Month 11

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Wigs

Hats

Scarves

Final Thoughts on Chemo Hair Loss

I hope you found these pictures of hair growth after chemo helpful!

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