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Hair loss and cancer treatment

Losing your hair during cancer treatment can be devastating. There are practical things you can do to help and different ways to cover your head if your hair falls out.

About hair loss and thinning due to cancer treatment

Hair loss is a common side effect of some cancer treatments.

Coping with hair loss and thinning

Hair loss due to cancer treatment can be very stressful. There are some practical things you can do to help.

Wigs, hats and scarves

There are a lot of ways to cover your head if your hair falls out. A wig is the most obvious choice. Some people prefer hats, scarves or baseball caps.

Where to get wigs, hats and scarves

Find details of helpful organisations and suppliers of wigs and other head wear.

How to donate your hair to make a wig

Some people donate their hair to make into wigs for people with cancer or hair loss.

Last reviewed: 29 Apr 2026

Next review due: 30 Apr 2029

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