[ElaineM]

Hang in there. Don't give up. First of all I hope you are seeing a specialist in diabeties. Once you get the proper diabeties medicines and they have a chance to start working maybe things will start to get better.The diuretic might take a few days to start working too. The diabeties specialist can refer you to a nutritionist to help you plan a good diet plan that will be good for both diabeties and cancer. The diabeties specialist and the oncologist should work together to help you manage both health problems.
The first time a person looses hair is tramatic, but lets look at the up side. No more fussing with the hair in the morning. Showers and baths become alot easier, because a persons doesn't have to shampoo the hair.
However you should wear a wig or a hat when going outside either for warmth or to prevent sunburn.
Since you are also a cancer patient the American Cancer Society can provide a free wig for the hair loss. Give your local American Cancer Society office a call and ask about that. They can usually make an appointment for you to choose a nice wig.
You might also be able to buy a few cute hats or scarfs from a local store or discount center. You can have a different look without much work everyday if you want.
Take good care of yourself and keep going.