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As my hair grow back over the next several months, will the texture change...I guess what I'm asking is...6 inches of growth..will it still look like baby hair🤔🫠 I'm trying to imagine what my hair will look like in 8 months which will make that a year since my last chemotherapy.

May 18, 2025
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I am salt & pepper, stopped chemo in November. The back of my hair is curly, my oncologist said after a few cuts it should go back the way it was, it is very thick. My daughter is getting married in September, and I do not plan to be gray then. Anyone with experiences as when they started coloring again? Still no part or bang yet.

May 22, 2025
A MyBCTeam Member

It takes a bit of time for your hair to grow back and during that time you may see changes in the hair, especially in the texture. My cousin had chemo 5 times and each time, her hair came back differently and in different colors and different textures. We're all different so each experience is going to be different as well. Straight hair often comes back curly or vice versa. My hair is a bit thinner than it use to be but different styles cover that up. It's gray now and still curly but I do have hair!! Wishing you the very best. Stay in touch. Much love and endless hugs.

May 22, 2025
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Hair regrowth after chemotherapy is a unique journey, and it's completely normal to see changes in color, texture, and thickness initially. The fine, baby-hair texture you're experiencing now is typical in the early regrowth phase. Your hair may continue to change over the coming months - some people find their straight Show Full Answer

Hair regrowth after chemotherapy is a unique journey, and it's completely normal to see changes in color, texture, and thickness initially. The fine, baby-hair texture you're experiencing now is typical in the early regrowth phase. Your hair may continue to change over the coming months - some people find their straight hair becomes curly (known as "chemo curls"), or vice versa.

The gray hair you're noticing might not be permanent. Some people experience different coloring during regrowth, and it often returns to its pre-chemo color over time. By the one-year mark, many people find their hair has returned to a more normal texture and thickness. One MyBCTeam member shared that it took about 19 months for their hair to feel completely back to normal. Remember that everyone's timeline is different, and it's best to be gentle with your hair during this regrowth period - avoiding harsh chemicals and heat styling until your hair feels stronger.

May 18, 2025

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