Are There Any Wig Wearers Out There?

[islasmum]

Due to recent illness and treatment, I'm starting to lose my hair, which is very thin and fine at the best of times, but now starting to come out whenever combed, or even if I just run my hands through it. I've been looking at wigs online and was amazed at how natural they look nowadays, but wondered which were best to have, real hair or synthetic and would I have to cut all my own hair off first? Any advice and opinions would be welcome, thanks very much.

[murraymints]

the hospital can put you in touch with suppliers and hairdressers usually...ask at patient services....

[islasmum]

I've asked my own hairdresser her opinion on this as well, I've been going to her for years and I know that she will be helpful, at this stage it's more me gaining facts. Talking to the hospital sounds a good idea when I'm next at a clinic, they have all been really helpful with various other issues I've had, so would probably be helpful with this too.
What I'd like to know from people who actually wear them is - are they hot or itchy nowadays with all the different cap linings you seem to be able to get nowadays and questions like that. Thanks very much.

[murraymints]

are you on FB ..an AB lady here has all your answers but doesn't come here now but is on FB ....if you are I can ask her to message you....

[EDDIE51]

This organisation work with the NHS and private medical centers to help people with hair loss choose a solution
http://www.naturalimagewigs.co.uk/NHS-Wigs.html
If you need a wig or hair piece for medical reasons you do not pay VAT, there is a form to sign on the web page.

[murraymints]

have asked the said lady to look in Isla and give you practical advice...

[islasmum]

That's lovely murraymints, thank you very much and thank you too Eddie.

[murraymints]

she checks in with me around 10 am..so will see my message then..xx

[murraymints]

Isla .subscribe to this thread and you will get e mail alert when anything is posted

[murraymints]

Sorry to hear you're losing your hair, but if it's from cancer treatment? Is so, then you will been given a Macmillan nurse? She should be able to tell you where to get one from. The internet is not a good idea , you need to be shown how to fit it on.

I wear a wig, the NHS will buy you one, which I chose myself at the wig shop in my hospital.,I'm lucky cos I'm at The Christie.
Real or synthetic I couldn't say. Mine is synthetic, and I love it, so much so I bought another one and paid for it myself!
They are not hot to wear, mine are v comfortable,. You wear a thin skullcap beneath them, so if you want to keep what hair you still have, you can tuck it under that.

there's more, bear with me...
There are some lovely turbans on Amazon + Ebay, you could treat yourself to a few on there

[murraymints]

the above was a cut and paste from the lady in question Isla..hope it is useful x

[Robinia]

During my time as a wig wearer I did find it a bit warm and itchy (synthetic) but luckily it was over the winter time. However good they may be at everyday styling you need a hairdresser who's been trained in wig styling, it's a special skill. I wish there had been some when I needed help and advice.
All the best, hope your own hair grows back quickly.

[murraymints]

my lady added later that if your hair loss is complete because of treatment the NHS will give you a voucher towards costs ..hers was for £190

[murraymints]

apparently voucher amount varies from person to person and area to area !