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cll side effects

papapond
papapond CSN Member Posts: 1
edited March 2014 in Leukemia #1
my mom, 80 years old, was diagnosed with stage 4 cll - she has had her initial chemo and is now undergoing maintenance chemo - she has developed a side effect that both her oncologist and dermatologist say they have never seen before - the problem starts as a small red discoloration that over the course of a day or so becomes larger and redder - the worse part is the intense itching that she says feels like it comes from deep inside - antibiotics and cremes/medicines have had no affect - she is miserable - any experience or advice - thank you
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  • Elainehz
    Elainehz CSN Member Posts: 16
    #2
    Hi
    I feel so sorry for your Mom. My advice is that you may have a look at the website: www.kanglaite.com
    Their products work!.
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  • crcreates
    crcreates CSN Member Posts: 1
    #3
    Itching and CLL

    I too have severe itching especially my head and eyes.  My opthalmologist and my primary came up wtih a plan.  I take 1/2 benadryl tablet at night and one non-drowsy Claratin in the morning.  I would say I have around 80% relief.

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