Alopecia is the total or partial loss of hair, which is one of the possible side effects of chemotherapy and can occur in both men and women, as well as at any age.
What causes alopecia?
Alopecia is caused by a variety of factors, including genetics, stress, medical conditions, or medical treatments.
During treatments such as radiotherapy and chemotherapy, this loss can occur in various areas of the body, such as legs, arms, pubic, and axillary hair, progressively or suddenly.
In general, chemotherapy-induced alopecia is temporary, with new hair and hair growth occurring over a variable period of time after treatment ends.
Most chemotherapeutic agents can cause some degree of thinning and hair loss. Among the chemotherapeutic agents that most frequently and intensely cause are:
