Hair Loss During HCV Therapy
Hair loss or breakage is common with interferon and approximately one third of people on HCV therapy develop noticeable hair loss . You also have to appreciate that the severity of this side effect varies enormously from person to person.
.. When I reflect upon my experience a few things stand out. Because I am a slightly vain I noticed my hair loss more than those around me (unless they lied). Another factor was my thyroid, it was more dysfunctional then I was. We know thyroid problems arise when using interferon. A dysfunctional thyroid can cause hair loss and people loss. Yes, I myself and my hair were lost. I used "Nioxin" a special type of shampoo and conditioner designed specifically for people with mild hair loss due to adverse effects from immune stimulating (and chemotherapy) medications. However, for me it did nothing and going against all the advice given to me by my treatment nurse and friends, forgive me, I highlighted my hair. I felt it gave my hair the appearance of looking and feeling thicker. If I was going to be ugly during treatment I was going to be ugly as a blonde.
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