The minor surgery was not a big deal, but what made me anxious was not the surgery itself, but “Can I wear a wig to the hospital?”
As a girl who wears wigs all year round, my hair loss has lasted for many years, and I rarely take off my lace wig in public. Especially when I need doctors and nurses to surround me, I am really worried that I will look “incomplete” or “undignified”. So before the surgery, I went to the hospital for consultation a few days in advance to ask about the wig.
The doctor actually understood my mentality. They told me that if it is a wig cap or a wig with metal accessories, it is best to take it off before the operation to avoid affecting the anesthesia or the position of the electrode attachment, especially during general anesthesia surgery, they need to monitor brain waves, oxygen supply, etc. But if the wig itself does not have metal and is not fixed with glue close to the scalp, it can be worn first and then taken off before entering the operation area.
So I changed to a very natural glueless wig, and I still remained decent and confident in the waiting area. Before entering the operating room, I took it off and put on a light cotton cap. The nurse also kindly helped me to tidy it up. The whole process was much smoother than I thought.
I wore the wig for a follow-up check the day after the operation, and there was no discomfort. I later realized that wearing a wig is not the key. What is important is that you have some understanding of your physical condition and medical operations, and are willing to communicate actively.
Now I often tell other sisters who wear wigs: Don’t treat “wigs” as a burden or secret. Express your needs appropriately, and doctors and nurses will understand you. And you can be discharged from the hospital beautifully after the operation, so why not?