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Montreal, QC

wondering how long it takes from eyebrows and eyelashes to come back in? is it normal that it's taking longer than my hair?
had my last chemo 6 weeks ago, my hair is coming in well, short but full pixie, however, I only have half eye brows (basically the part that didn't fall out, makes me look very angry!) and no eyelashes that I can see without a magnifying glass

November 10, 2013
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A MyBCTeam Member

My mom's hair started back within a few weeks but (4+ months post AC and 2+ months post Taxol) she's still waiting on her eyelashes and eyebrows. Much to her chagrin, her errant chin hairs returned immediately!

November 10, 2013
A MyBCTeam Member

Be prepared when your eyelashes come in and you get nice and used to them, them may fall out again! I lost mine like 3 times after they grew back. Get your self a good mascara with a conditioner too. Eyebrows came back but never the way they were - I have to use a pencil or they are very faint. Good luck!

November 14, 2013
A MyBCTeam Member

My lashes are taking the longest to come back. Last chemo June 13th. I put mascara on Saturday but only have half or less (length not amount) of my lashes. I am patiently waiting. My eyebrows are slowly coming in as well. About 1/2 way there. Hair on head is about an inch.

November 11, 2013
A MyBCTeam Member

I had some pain especially during the booster sessions. It was more like a constant ache.But make sure you keep the area moist with your lotion.l think that is major.Good luck God Bless

November 14, 2013
A MyBCTeam Member

I can't remember how long it took, but do not be surprised when it is a bit uncomfortable when the lashes come in. I did not expect it and for a little while it felt like something was always in my eye. The stubble sort of pokes at you, once they grow a bit longer it goes away. Sorry one more thing no one ever warned me about!

November 10, 2013

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