What are chemo curls? Understanding post-chemo hair changes
Many patients are surprised to find that their hair looks different when it grows back after chemotherapy. Hair that was once straight may come back curly, a phenomenon sometimes called “chemo curls.” Changes in hair texture or even color are common after treatment, but they’re usually temporary.
We talked to breast medical oncologist Adaeze Iheme, M.D., to understand why this happens and what you can expect during hair regrowth...
