Hi, I had chemo last summer. Initially, I bought loads of scarves... then I bought a bandana... then I bought Buffs... then I bought things to pin on to the scarves... then I went back to the wig and never wore the scarves! Buffs were the best thing - comfy and practical. I slept in them, wore them round the house and under hoods. I kept one in my handbag "just in case".... When you get a wig, you are given a sort of stocking to put over your head. Personally, I found that hot and uncomfy. Some of the videos about tying scarves are great. Headstrong is a charity that does individual sessions on scarves and possible headwear. Your unit may have them visiting.
In the end, it's so personal. Many of us found losing our hair the time we began to get emotional about the whole thing, and the thing we minded most. For me, wearing a scarf was like telling the world I had cancer (a bit like coming out must be). In the end, I found I was less aware of the wig than any scarf/headwear, because I don't like having my ears covered... but it is, as I say, very personal, and I'm sure others will be along with different experiences.
Hope chemo goes well. Jane
