you may notice some hair loss but most often only in the treated area. if you do have hair loss it will usually occur suddenly and come out in clumps. in most cases the hair will grow back after therapy stops but it may be thinner or have a different texture. one way to minimize hair loss is to cut your hair short before treatment begins to make less weight on the hair shaft. if the hair loss occurs on top of your head be sure to wear a hat or a scarf to protect your scalp from the sun when you go outside. if you decide to purchase a wig ask the doctor to write a prescription for one and check to see if it's covered by your insurance or is a tax-deductible expense.
will radiation therapy cause my hair to fall out?