Earlier this year, I have been diagnosed with breast cancer and in April went through a lumpectomy. I started my first EC treatment last week and have been through the “joys” of the side effects. I gave the cold cap a go and felt really dizzy afterwards for several hours which is not pleasant. The first time the oncologist mentioned the cold cap to me, she made a comment about my hair being thin so if it’s just to delay the inevitable, is it really worth going through the discomfort? Even if I don’t use it again, I know I gave it go so no regret there. I have already been given advice on how to dress up to embrace losing my hair by friends and family going from a woman in black and sunglasses to a complete diva. I might have to find my own style on that one 
. Can you really be fully prepared for losing your hair even if you try to accept it?
All the best to you all.
Thank you Irishgirl16, I have brown hair going grey too. I have tried a similar colour wig without the grey which is always a bonus . I am waiting to try a different style when the wig arrives. I wasn't sure about it to start with but talking to the consultant, I understand that it does make it easier around other people when you don't want too many questions. I hope your hair will look great when it grows back properly. I guess you can always use your blond wig even if you have your own hair. All the best xx
Hi Daxy
it is a bit frightening when your hair goes. I used the cold cap twice bit didn't like the feel and how much longer it added to my chemo.
my hair has grown back now but I have got quite addicted to wigs as when I'm having a bad hair day they are so easy to put on.
you will eventually find your own style. Here are some photos of me in my wigs 
