First radiation blister - OUCH

1stTimeStage2

I just completed week 3 of radiation (I have 3.5 to go). I just got my first small blister and it really hurts. Other than just continuing my miaderm does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks!

peony

Make sure nothing rubs

Make sure nothing rubs against it. For the first time in my adult life, I had to go without a bra. My RO gave me some mesh- like tube tops that sort of held me in place. I topped that with a Spanx camisole and felt secured enough to go to work.

TraciInLA

All about a black cardigan

I was also someone who never, EVER went without a bra, until about 2 weeks into radiation, when it just got too uncomfortable.  Thankfully, I did radiation in the winter, so I wore a tailored black cardigan every day to work over whatever I was wearing, which made me feel less self-conscious.

If you haven't already, BE SURE to ask to see the nurse or doctor when you go for your next treatment -- when I started to blister, my doctor was able to prescribe some stronger creams and a gel pack, which really helped.  Don't wait till it gets worse, or try to tough it out -- ask the nurse or doctor right away.

Hope that helps?

Traci

button2

You got some good replies

But I would also like to add that it can be hard to go without a bra if you have only one breast like me (D cup). So the technicians suggested I wear a thin camisole under my bra! It worked perfectly and along with the special creams, I made it thru radiation with only a couple of blisters and redness. When the blister appeared, the doctor gave me a couple of days off so I wouldn't get worse. I don't know if that might be an option for you. Good luck!

disneyfan2008

thankfully I had NO side

thankfully I had NO side effects of radiation. I am sure other will have greaet advice for you.

 

Denise

Iris_G

Silvadene Cream!

I got only one blister, but it was a really good size and right in my armpit!  My rad onco prescribed me some silvedene cream that was wonderful!  This cream is used on 2nd/3rd degree burns normally, so it was really helpful for me!  I used it a couple of times a day.

Mariangel43

button2 said:

You got some good replies

But I would also like to add that it can be hard to go without a bra if you have only one breast like me (D cup). So the technicians suggested I wear a thin camisole under my bra! It worked perfectly and along with the special creams, I made it thru radiation with only a couple of blisters and redness. When the blister appeared, the doctor gave me a couple of days off so I wouldn't get worse. I don't know if that might be an option for you. Good luck!

you are quite lucky

Button2, normally from what I read and heard from other people is that RTs do not stop rad tx because of blisters.  Your RO is quite a considerate person and please tell him/her that I really loved to hear he or she existed. That tells me that I can't lose hope in humanity, esp. in medicine.  Please tell us how it work for you if have already finished.

disneyfan2008

checking back in to see how

checking back in to see how you are doing. Sorry about the blister. I hope it is not getting worse.

 

Denise

1stTimeStage2

You are so thoughtful!

Radiation ended on Friday - a few more blisters popped up along the way but I just kept my routine of wash cloth in ice water immediately after I got home from treatment every day, plus alternating between miaderm and pure aloe every few hours. I survived ; ))  My radiation doctor said I could switch to just a moisturizing cream after radiation but I have not. My skin feels more irritated and burnt than dry. I am going to stay with aloe for now. Thanks again for checking in!

vitoriah huang

radiotherapy

what do you think about the radiotherapy

vitoriah huang

you have to do 06 weeks of

you have to do 06 weeks of radiotherapy, that's correct?

1stTimeStage2

6.5 weeks

Radiation was bearable - not fun but bearable. I had zero fatigue but did experience red, burnt, itchy skin.

Leslie_B

I am on day 4 of my 4 weeks

I am on day 4 of my 4 weeks of radiation.  I love coming on here and reading advise.

1stTimeStage2

Good Luck Leslie B!!

I finished 6.5 weeks of radiation 1 week ago today. It was definitely itchy and uncomfortable (miaderm and pure aloe vera definitely helped). Now - 1 week later - I have a few tiny bits of itchng and irritation left but it is almost back to normal. And I had no fatigue. I hope you have an easy experience as well!

VickiSam

Gosh - I am so sorry to hear this!

do update us when time permits-- 

gentle hugs,

Vicki Sam

1stTimeStage2

All fine now!!

A few weeks later and you would never even know I had radiation!! AMAZING how quickly our bodies can heal!! Thank you each for your support.