Tips for Managing Radiation Treatment Burns

Miaderm with lidocaine helped me a lot. I used mometasone right after each treatment

Thank you.

Aquafor with lidocaine

Took Miaderm with me and lathered it on before i got dressed. Had minimal problems.

I also put sunscreen lotion on before treatments and that lessened the redness or burning

I finished 15 treatments last week. I’m so red and my skin is peeling terribly under my arm. Been using Silvadene but I’m in such pain! I used Eucerin and Mometasone after treatments. My clothes rubbing just makes my skin peel off. What else can I do?

Karen, Im so sorry you are having the burning and peeling .I went through 20 treatments and kept slathering the radiation creams to stay moist .I also bought some loose fitting cotton bralets and t shirts until it eventually heals. One of the radiologists gave me some large 6”x8” cooling patches to apply and they felt very good. This too shall pass and you will heal .Hang in there , Sarah S

Thanks Sarah

Radiation burns in skin folds can be particularly challenging since those areas tend to stay moist and experience more friction. Many patients find that keeping the area as dry and clean as possible helps, along with wearing loose-fitting clothing and avoiding underwire bras when possible. It might be worth discussing with your radiation oncology team whether any adjustments to your current routine could help, as they often have additional strategies for managing burns in difficult areas like breast folds.

I ended up with second degree burns and they got infected. So the Dr. put on antibiotic and a pain pill cause it hurt really bad. But as time went on I go better. I don’t remember using any crème. I hope u feel better soon . My name is Mary

How long ago Mary