Hello Dandydog

I'm sorry to hear about your diagnosis. Undoubtedly this is a difficult time for you. It's understandable that as well as learning to cope with everything else that you're having to deal with you're finding wearing a wig to be a strange experience. 

For the first few days or weeks, it might feel very strange to wear a wig. Some people never really get used to wearing a wig and feel more comfortable without it. Others say that they forget they have their wig on. 

It may be that if your hair continues to thin and fall out the wig feels more naturally comfortable against your scalp as opposed to wearing it over your natural hair. I don't know how often or for how long you've been wearing the wig. Maybe wearing it little and often at home might help you get used to the sensation of wearing it and it becomes to feel like a part of you. 

There are no hard and fast rules about wigs. It really is down to what you feel comfortable with and it may be that you decide a wig is not for you. If that is a choice you make in the future then you might want to consider other options such as hats and scarves. 

If you'd like to talk with one of our nurses for some advice and support you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. I know they will be happy to offer any advice and support they can. 

I do hope that as time moves on you feel more at ease with the changes you're experiencing. Keep in touch Dandydog and let us know how you're getting on. 

Best wishes, 
Jenn
Cancer Chat moderator