Experiencing hair loss after cancer treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation is common. In fact, between 30 and 40 percent of patients undergoing chemotherapy or radiation can have some degree of permanent hair loss. While we would never recommend stopping cancer treatment, we do offer a number of post cancer hair loss treatments for post-cancer hair loss that have been shown to regrow what has been lost from chemotherapy or radiation.
Both chemotherapy and radiation are known to cause hair loss. Chemotherapy is most likely to cause hair loss as it targets rapidly growing cells in the body, which can damage the hair follicle and cause anagen effluvium. Radiation is less likely to cause hair loss unless it is targeting cancers in the head and neck. Unfortunately, research has shown that up to 40% of chemotherapy patients had some amount of permanent hair loss where complete regrowth did not occur. Some post breast cancer hormone blockers are also known to negatively impact the hair.
Fortunately, there are many clinically proven treatments available if you are experiencing post cancer hair loss, such as Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy, Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), oral or topical Minoxidil, and supplements. We offer these treatments in our many convenient locations. There are even some preventative measures you can take, such as scalp cooling devices.
If you are experiencing hair loss from chemo or radiation, the most effective treatment options for post cancer hair loss include:
We have the ability to better deliver the optimal concentration of PRP solutions in a completely painless fashion -- without needles.
You should ideally start treatment immediately after the chemo ends and remission is documented. That being said, we have had success treating a limited number of patients who have had chemotherapy or radiation several years before. As long as there are hair follicles present on trichoscopy during our evaluation, then treatment will likely help with some recovery.
It can take several weeks after treatment for your hair to start to recover and grow again. Generally, this takes between three and six months after treatment ends.
Yes, one such example is a scalp cooling device. This device is a cap with cold water running through it, and you wear it during the infusion of chemotherapy. This prevents the chemotherapy meds from reaching the hair follicle. In some studies, this treatment has reduced hair loss by up to 50%.
Every patient is different, which is why we provide a consultation first. This will help us determine the ideal treatment for you. Our treatments for post cancer hair loss include topical and oral solutions, Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy, and supplements.
Most people will regrow their hair. But studies show that 30 to 40% of patients undergoing chemotherapy can have some degree of permanent hair loss.
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