It is impossible to predict whether you will or will not experience side effects, or how severe the side effects may be. Chemotherapy can affect the bone marrow, interfering with the formation of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Your doctor will check your blood count often during your treatment. Wash your hands before eating and after using the bathroom. You may lose some or all of your hair while receiving chemotherapy.
Hair loss can begin within a few days or weeks of treatment.
It may also occur on other parts of your body in addition to your scalp. This is usually temporary and your hair should grow back when you complete treatment. Sometimes your hair may grow back looking and feeling different than it did before you started chemotherapy. The social worker can help you with this. Some insurance companies help cover the cost of a wig if you have your doctor's written prescription.