After 1 year and 10 months, my hair finally called it quits. When I started this newer cocktail ("the other secret weapon") I was told that one of the drugs, Taxotere, could very well be the drug that takes my hair. After 2 weeks of my first infusion my hair definitely started thinning. I thought, eh, no biggie! My hair thinned quite a bit last year, but never completely fell out. Thankfully my hair has always been so thick. Well, when I hit the 3rd week after my first infusion, I took a shower and lost pretty much half of my hair. I can't even begin to describe how horrible of an experience this was. It was disgusting, gross and flat out disturbing. I decided then that I couldn't bare the thought of attempting to wash my hair again. So what did I do... I pulled a Britney Spears and shaved my head! I went to a salon here in Austin called Top This Salon who specializes in Shave Parties for chemo patients. I mean if I'm going to lose my hair I might as well have a few laughs and the support from a few family members and friends. I wish I could have put a little more planning into my Shave Party, but I was leaving the next day on vacation. I spent a week in British Columbia, Canada with a few of my besties and had the time of my life! I'm not going to lie, it's been weird getting used to my bald head. I would catch a glimpse of myself in the mirror and think, "oh my god, I'm bald!" But it is what it is! If I have to lose my hair to kick some cancer ass, then so be it! Yesterday I had my 2nd infusion and I'll continue to have my infusions every 3 weeks. Right now we're looking to have my next PET scan in about 6 weeks or so. Until then and when I get a chance, I'll try to post some of my vacation pictures. In the meantime, here are a few sneak peak pics of me and my bald head (and maybe a couple w/ my mohawk)...
Still beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWe both agree with Mark, beautiful! I can't wait til the pink wig makes it's first debut at work!! :)
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Wow! You look like a movie star! You pull your new do off so well! You look great! Im praying for you Casey!
ReplyDeleteCasey, the first thing I noticed in this picture was your beautiful smile!! You look great! I hope you and Jason (who looked as handsome as ever) are doing well. I think about you a lot and check your blog so I can keep up with things. I'm praying for a great response to the new treatment. Have a great day you beautiful girl.
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