Shaved hair is itchier and pokier than hair that falls out naturally. My mother never lost a small amount of hair in front so wore winter hats to cover the rest of her head. It looked like she still had hair.

I cut mine really short (Pixie cut) but even then started losing it on my pillow and shower so the nurse suggested shaving it. It was easier as it fell out, Mine started little spikes after 3 1/2 months but was slow growing in. My hair was light brown, came back dark with whites, salt & pepper and yes curls. It grows really quick now. We are somewhat prepared for losing our hair however everyone has a different experience & feelings they went thru. :) best to you as you Journey SCT - prayers

My hair was falling out in clumps doing the sct. Easiest to shave. It took 4-6 months to grow back. I did have a beautiful wig looked just like my hair color and style worked great.

Greetings from Alaska I lost my hair in the first round of treatment started on straight chemo then it grew back then dexamethasone caused thinning and now I’m going to SCT so I’m just going to shave it all off before I get there so it’s done. One of the guys in my support group said by the third month after his SCT his hair started to grow back. If I get a remission I’m not worried about the hair grow back I just want to feel better. God bless you take care

Being inside for 2 weeks:) I didn’t get any mouth sores and ate popsicles and ice chips like they tell u too. Threw up only once, nauseau ( but they give u meds to treat). Overall it has gone better than I anticipated. Did have nurse shave my head. Possibly going home in 2 days if wbc get to right level.