Is this the first time you've lost your hair? I lost mine a while back. It got stringy so I had Jammer shave my head. It's grown back now, but I'll probably lose it again when I get back on chemo.

yes, In all the years I've takend chemo, only the first time 11 years ago did I lose about 1/3 of it. I got it cut short before I went in to the hospital, but it's still like 3 inches long on top. I just ran my hand through it and a TON of hair came out! lol I've been expecting it, but it's weird! how are you feeling? when does your next chemo start? ((((MaryAnn)))))

Bless your heart. Just remember, when it comes back in, it will most likely be baby-fine and curly.

oooh, It's baby fine already! lol can't get much finer! I do have a LOT of it though.. Curly, I always said I wanted curly hair! lol

(((Kat)))

My best haircut ever was a chemo cut. Loved it when my hair grew back curly and evenly. Too bad it didn't last. Seriously being bald didn't bother me at all, but it did bother my DH. He always said I was undressed if I went outside without my wig. Hated chemo hats and scarfs.

(((((((Kat))))))) At least you won't be having bad hair days. I hated losing my eyelashes and eyebrows though. It was nice not having to shave my legs though. That was a blessing.

(((Kat))) I'm sorry. Hope it grows back in just how you'd like!

No hair....doesn't matter....you have inner beauty.
And I love you no matter what.
Keeping you in my healing prayers.

(((((((((((Kat))))))))))

I'm thinking of you too, Kat. But you know that it will grow back and that's the main thing. It is a bit of a shock when it starts to fall out - it's quite unreal to see so much of it around the drain hole when you have had a shower. Mine came back with curl in it and I was thrilled, but it is showly getting straighter and I am so disappointed. And it came back dark grey - I had brown hair before. Still - it's hair!!!!

Think of it this way: Now you can become EXOTIC with flowing scarves, turbans, hats... Or SPORTY with ballcaps (I've seen one with a ponytail attachedin a funny catalog!)

Have you seen the new American Idol-type of show called "The Voice"? There's a very cool "older" rocker -- Beverly-- who is bald. She really rocks it! All the focus is on her beautiful face, which is what will happen to you, too.

(Here's one photo of her. Maybe you'd bypass the tattoo and the facial piercing? Or not!)

Here is a link that might be useful: beverly on nbc's 'the voice'

Kat...look at it as an opportunity to be a blonde, a redhead . or a brunette even....Wigs are everywhere...
Your such a strong woman..the Yul Brenner look..is awesome too.
I know it must be painful to see your hair going down the drain,but it will come back again, better than ever.
Your wonderful sense of humor is a gift you share with all of us and we are so grateful to have you here!!!!.

Jan

My heart goes out to all of out KT family who have battled this atrocious disease. I cry with some of your posts, and laugh with others. your brave and sometimes funny spirit moves me. Sending a big but gentle ((((((((((HUG)))))))))) to you all. Please keep up the fight, every one of you are so special to us.

I second what dotmom said. You gals are sooooo strong and your resilience and strength is admirable. To those of us who have not (yet) been closely affected by cancer, your day-to-day coping is such a learning experience. Big hugs to you all.

I'm sorry Kat. That really sucks. I hope it is all worth it, though. Big hugs!

My Prayers are with you,Kat! I see losing your hair as part of the battle you're fighting, to win the WAR! And, win it you will!

Several years ago I had a neighbor that had breast cancer. She had surgery..then chemo. She lost all her hair and was so attractive without it..I told her she should keep it that way! lol Anyway, her hair came back the most beautiful color and full of body! She could fix it anyway she wanted it! She was so proud of her "new" hair..she said it was worth "losing that t!tty..to get the hair!lol

I think I've seen one picture of you (and your DH)..and I honestly don't remember a thing about your hair..but I DO remember your smile and your eyes..and that your inside beauty was shining in both!

just checking in w/ ya to see how you are doing today??? healing thoughts going your way! ~ liz

thank you everyone. I've had a busy day, my white blood cell count is in thr normal rainge, low but still! in the normal range! Then I spent 2 1/2 hours in the dentist chair.

the hair is really coming out! I asked my DH if he would cut it for me. He doesn't really want to , but I don't want hair falling out everywhere! lol

A facebook friend suggested I buy a Yankees beanie. HA !!
yankees... NOT! lol

Kat, when my sisterinlaw was getting ready to lose her's my brother jumped the gun and shaved HIS head! By the time she was losing her's he took the clippers and shaved it to look like his. People have always said that they look more like brother and sister than husband and wife and they really do now - all you see is bad heads and love in those two sets of blue eyes.

((Kat)) I agree. You're beautiful, hair or no hair. God Bless you real good!