Managing Side Effects screen Hair Loss Patients receiving chemotherapy may experience hair loss.
Radiation therapy can also cause hair loss to the part of the body receiving treatment.
Your hair may fall out over a few days to a few weeks but this is usually temporary. When healthy cells return, hair usually grows back. Sometimes, there is a change in the texture, color or style of the new hair. Most patients adjust to this change with little difficulty. How to Minimize Hair Loss Wash hair only 2 or 3 times a week using a mild shampoo and conditioner to keep moisture in hair.