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What Causes Hair Loss While On Gleevec For Intestinal Sarcoma?

I am a 67yr. old female with intestinal sarcoma, taking 300 mg. of gleevec daily. have been on Gleevec 12 yrs. and am now loosing . could it be the Gleevec and if so what are the side affects with the Gleevec and a hair growing treatment? Ms. Georgia
Sat, 18 Aug 2018
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Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Gleevec can cause hair fall on prolonged use. No need to worry much. You consult a dermatologist and get evaluated. You may require Minoxidil oils for symptomatic relief.

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What Causes Hair Loss While On Gleevec For Intestinal Sarcoma?

Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Gleevec can cause hair fall on prolonged use. No need to worry much. You consult a dermatologist and get evaluated. You may require Minoxidil oils for symptomatic relief. Regards.