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Dealing with Itchy Skin During Radiation: Any Advice?

JL

Community Member

a year ago

Im halfway through radiation and have Moderate to severe itching due to folliculitis! Any experience with this? Advice? I use cortisone and Sereve cream. I’m going mad…

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Dealing with radiation-induced skin irritation can be incredibly frustrating, especially when it's affecting your daily comfort. Many patients in this community have shared similar experiences with skin reactions during treatment, and it's completely understandable to feel overwhelmed by persistent itching. Consider discussing additional management options with your radiation oncology team, as they may have specific recommendations based on your treatment plan and can evaluate whether any adjustments might help provide relief.

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VM

Community Member

6 months ago

Aquifer... At night. Greasy as Vaseline so get some old clothes you can ruin. CeraVe itch relief cream.

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CA

Community Member

2 months ago

Dealing with radiation-induced skin irritation can be incredibly frustrating, especially when it's affecting your daily comfort. Many patients in this community have shared similar experiences with skin reactions during treatment, and it's completely understandable to feel overwhelmed by persistent itching. Consider discussing additional management options with your radiation oncology team, as they may have specific recommendations based on your treatment plan and can evaluate whether any adjustments might help provide relief.

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