The Dreaded Radiation Treatment Itches!
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cremes
Wow! No, I think you have tried it all. I think I would try just the cortisone and see how that works. I've been using aquaphor and lighting scratching through my clothes.
Maureen0 -
itchingjakeca said:benedryl
Or maybe benedryl, also with Dr's approval?
One of my little side-effects from chemo (don't know what part) ...was a terrific rash on my upper back. I couldn't find anything to stop the itching ... until I found EXTRA strength benedry cream. It works! Of course ... as the others have said ... check with your doctor first.
hugs.
teena0 -
Itchy Scratchy!
My radiation oncologist told me that if I started itching ( and I did!) to ask him for a PRESCRIPTION for hydrocortisone creme, as the OTC brands would not be strong enough to take care of it. I got the RX, and it worked like a charm! Hope this helps you!
Another thing I did~ I got a natural sponge and Aveeno body wash with colloidal oatmeal in it. In the shower I thoroughly saturated the sponge, added the Aveeno and when it foamed , squeezed it over the affected breast/radiation site. I NEVER rubbed the skin, but the using tepid water and the oatmeal-infused, unsented, non soap body wash was really soothing. After patting myself dry I used the hydrocortisone creme.
Happy Healling!
Huhs,
Claudia0 -
Itching..BE GONE! lol
My radiation oncologist gave me a new prescription today for some creme and it is already helping! I wish I would have known about it or asked for it sooner. But, the itching has stopped! And, now I am starting my "booster"s, so, the itchy part won't be getting zapped anymore by the radiation. YEHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!0 -
This comment has been removed by the ModeratorJeanne D said:Itching..BE GONE! lol
My radiation oncologist gave me a new prescription today for some creme and it is already helping! I wish I would have known about it or asked for it sooner. But, the itching has stopped! And, now I am starting my "booster"s, so, the itchy part won't be getting zapped anymore by the radiation. YEHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!0 -
OMG..Those Horrible Itches!
I had them, but, I got a new prescription from the radiation oncologist and it stopped it. I have also heard that prescription strength hydrocortisone helps. And, there is a Jeans Creme that some say is fabulous! I think it has its own site. Jean, is a breast cancer survivor and invented the creme. NOW..stop scratching!!!0 -
Aveenochenheart said:Itchy Scratchy!
My radiation oncologist told me that if I started itching ( and I did!) to ask him for a PRESCRIPTION for hydrocortisone creme, as the OTC brands would not be strong enough to take care of it. I got the RX, and it worked like a charm! Hope this helps you!
Another thing I did~ I got a natural sponge and Aveeno body wash with colloidal oatmeal in it. In the shower I thoroughly saturated the sponge, added the Aveeno and when it foamed , squeezed it over the affected breast/radiation site. I NEVER rubbed the skin, but the using tepid water and the oatmeal-infused, unsented, non soap body wash was really soothing. After patting myself dry I used the hydrocortisone creme.
Happy Healling!
Huhs,
Claudia
That's good stuff. I've been using it for years due to certain skin issues! The poor little Moopster is starting to get those red itchy bumps so I was just nosing around looking for info.0 -
New CreamJeanne D said:Itching..BE GONE! lol
My radiation oncologist gave me a new prescription today for some creme and it is already helping! I wish I would have known about it or asked for it sooner. But, the itching has stopped! And, now I am starting my "booster"s, so, the itchy part won't be getting zapped anymore by the radiation. YEHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!
Jeanne, what was the name of the new cream? I'm starting to itch slightly (improved when I quit using the aquaphor and started using just aloe) but I wanna go for the big guns! Glad it is helping you. ♥ Pammy0 -
Thanks AllCindy54 said:A Year Out
I am a year out and still have the itchies from time to time. I had a slight sunburn and the boosters also. Benadryl is about the only thing that works for me....Cindy
I started itching a few days ago and am miserable. I didn't know about Benadryl cream, which sounds good. Also, I'll call and ask dr. for the prescription hydrocortisone y'all mentioned.
Guess just because rads is less awful than chemo doesn't mean it's actually trouble-free.
A slow learner,
Moopy0 -
ITCYMoopy23 said:Thanks All
I started itching a few days ago and am miserable. I didn't know about Benadryl cream, which sounds good. Also, I'll call and ask dr. for the prescription hydrocortisone y'all mentioned.
Guess just because rads is less awful than chemo doesn't mean it's actually trouble-free.
A slow learner,
Moopy
I think the itching was the worst part of the treatments. I put my over the counter cream in the freezer. It made a huge difference and great relief. I had another tube I kept inmy lunch bag at work with it's own ice pace to keep it cold. Good luck the end is near!!
dawn0 -
I forgot about thedbs1673 said:ITCY
I think the itching was the worst part of the treatments. I put my over the counter cream in the freezer. It made a huge difference and great relief. I had another tube I kept inmy lunch bag at work with it's own ice pace to keep it cold. Good luck the end is near!!
dawn
I forgot about the itchiness. Mine was mostly my nipple. I took over the counter benadryl and it helped. Mine didn't last long but I am sure it can vary.
Hopefully they will give you something to help cause its a itch you can't really scratch.
Stef0 -
hydrocortisoneMoopy23 said:Thanks All
I started itching a few days ago and am miserable. I didn't know about Benadryl cream, which sounds good. Also, I'll call and ask dr. for the prescription hydrocortisone y'all mentioned.
Guess just because rads is less awful than chemo doesn't mean it's actually trouble-free.
A slow learner,
Moopy
Yes, this is what my doc. recommended, too. She also said that putting your cream in the fridge would help with the itchness. Ugh. I hope it goes away soon.
Mimi0 -
MoopyMoopy23 said:Thanks All
I started itching a few days ago and am miserable. I didn't know about Benadryl cream, which sounds good. Also, I'll call and ask dr. for the prescription hydrocortisone y'all mentioned.
Guess just because rads is less awful than chemo doesn't mean it's actually trouble-free.
A slow learner,
Moopy
I didn't get the itchies yet. just a tan now. I did have hydrocortizone cream but just for the healing. My burn healed really fast..and now my skin is smooth as a baby's behind LOL!
I hope you get something that works good. And that you heal really fast.
I am still tired alot but that is getting a little better as the days go on. I am going to start walking in the evening again now that the weather has cooled off some. I'm hoping that will help also.
Good luck, hugs, jackie0
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