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Hello! I understand that with the TCHP chemo regimine my hair will likely be faling out, but for the past few days I have gone from having an itchy scalp (in spite of careful shampooing and rinsing) to a PAINFUL and very itchy scalp. My Oncologist may no specific recommendations for anything to put on it other than a lotion and some cortisone cream. Any other suggestions? All sorts of expensive product ads have popped up on my FB page, but I don't know if they are worth the money. Thanks in… read more
What can be done to ease scalp discomfort during hair loss from TCHP chemotherapy?
Scalp pain and itchiness at this stage is really common — many MyBCTeam members describe exactly what you're going through. The good news is there are some simple, affordable things that may help (no need to fall for those pricey Facebook Show Full Answer
Hi! My chemo was TCH (no Perjeta) and I was advised that my hair would leave on vacation after the second treatment (I was on a 3 week schedule). Just as predicted a few days after the second treatment, the itchiness started, and then the scalp felt sunburned! I decided it was time to help it get moving! I went to the salon, and had the short style buzzed off. Having that weight off my scalp brought some relief, and after I showered, and towel dried my head I found loads of buzzed fuzzies in the towel. More came out at night as I slept- luckily I was wearing a soft bamboo night beanie which caught them. Within a few nights, there was nothing left to catch- and the scalp felt better.
Keeping you in prayers, this too shall pass! Hugs!
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