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Can Hair Grow Back Over Areas That Had Radiation?

asked 9 months ago by Samm in Ohio in Canton, OH
Latest answer by Sanusi Umar, MD
Question viewed 216 times
Tags: grow back, radiation

I had radiation treatments to the back of my head, and hair in that particular place doesn't grow. I have to keep my hair short in order to hide the bald spot. Please, I want this spot to grow like it used to more than anything. -Samantha

4 answers to Can Hair Grow Back Over Areas That Had Radiation?

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Does hair grow back after radiation

Your question would be a good one to ask of the radiation doctor who did the treatment, because the specifics of the dose that actually hit the skin may affect the answer. Having said that, it is certainly possible for hair to regrow in some cases after radiation. Typically regrowth would be seen in the first 1-2 years after the treatment if its going to happen. In other words, if the radiation was 4 months ago, you may get some (or even near complete) regrowth. If the... more
Daniel Berg, MD

Seattle Dermatologic Surgeon
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FUE Hair Transplant for Radiation Hair Loss

Yes, it is possible for hair to grow back after radiation treatment. It is also possible that the hair will never grow back. A major determinant is whether or not the scalp damage caused by radiation heals with scar / fibrous tissue formation. This is is pecially important if you have lost hair in the area for more than 6 months. In this case, a biopsy would be helpful useful in making that determination. Such a scenario is called cicatricial alopecia (hair loss associated with scar... more
Sanusi Umar, MD

Redondo Beach Dermatologic Surgeon
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Hair Loss after Radiation

It is possible that your hair will grow back with time after the radiation treatment. If not, there are other options available to you. Find a hair transplant surgeon that you trust who can give you a personalized consultation. Good luck!
Hannah Vargas, MD

Kansas City Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Hair loss after radiation therapy

As you have heard, hair may eventually grow back in the treated areas. You need to give this a little more time. In the meantime, you would be best served by an in-person consultation with a hair transplant surgeon. We have offices in Columbus, Cincinnati and Cleveland. Here you can learn about all of your options, including topical and non-invasive treatments that can be done while we wait and see what happens to that area. If a transplantation surgery is needed,... more
Allan J. Parungao, MD

Oak Brook Plastic Surgeon

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