General information Cancer treatments and hair loss
Some cancer treatments may cause your hair to fall out or to change.
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More ways to contact usCancer treatment can cause hair loss. Find ways to cope, and to look after your hair and scalp.
In these videos, people with experience of cancer and hair loss share their stories. You can also watch tutorials on wigs, headwear and eye make up.
In these videos, people with experience of cancer and hair loss share their stories. You can also watch tutorials on wigs, headwear and eye make up.
Some cancer treatments may cause your hair to fall out or to change.
There are things that you can do to help you feel more in control when your hair falls out.
Cooling your head in certain ways during chemotherapy may reduce or prevent hair loss.
There are practical ways to look after your hair and skin during and after cancer treatment.
As your hair grows back after cancer treatment, there are things you can do to look after it.
Losing your hair due to cancer treatment can be difficult to cope with. There is support available.
If you choose to wear a scarf or bandana, you may want to try these styles.
There are many practical things you can do to cope with hair loss. Some people choose to wear wigs, hats or scarves.
Wigs may help you cope with hair loss. There are many different styles and colours available.
Read Aoife's post about the rights of people affected by cancer in the workplace. She explains how the law can help job applicants, employees and the self-employed.
Share experiences and advice on practical issues when living with cancer, such as money, work, benefits, transport, food and drink, organising support at home, or getting specialist equipment.
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