I was also scared about having the Chemo (cisplatin) Everyone reacts differently to the procedure. Listen to everyones advice and use what you think that applies to you. My problem was staying hydrated. I ended up going 3 times a week, in addition to the chemo, for fluids. I went to the hospital for this until I found out that the VNA would come to the house and give me the fluids. Before I started I went to the barbershop and had my hair cut very short. I did lose some of my hair but not all. My wife says that I have more hair now than before. There was 1 woman that was thrilled that she lost the hair on her legs and armpits. The staff in the infusion room were terrific and also the volunteers. No one knows what you are going through unless they have gone through it. The volunteers usually are cancer patients themselves. Did you have a port installed/ That makes it easier. Chemo is scary, but it could save your life. After I started, my attitude was " bring it on" I can take what you give me. I have plenty of fight left in me. Take advantage of any type of support that is available, whether it is your relative or group or a social worker at the hospital.
Good Luck, stay strong and positive.