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July 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Chemotherapy caused hair loss with specific patterns, but most patients had hair regrowth after treatment, while some had lasting hair loss.
More research is needed to understand chemotherapy-induced hair loss and its phases.
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May 2012 in “Annals of Oncology” Some breast cancer chemotherapy can cause permanent hair loss.
June 2026 in “Pathology & Oncology Research” Scalp cooling helps prevent hair loss during certain breast cancer treatments, especially when anthracyclines aren't used.
December 2023 in “Trials” The trial is testing if a helmet that uses light can prevent hair loss during chemotherapy.