im all done with rads

Ouch!
I'm thrilled you've finished radiation but am so sorry about the burning....I'm on my second go round with rads....My radiation oncologist gave me Radia Plex and Biofine to use during treatment, 3-4 times a day...I did well and am using just Biofine this time....You should call your rads oncologist's office and get their advice on what to use....as for the fever, contact your oncologist or family physician....fever is usually never caused by rads....call both today...never a good idea to wait...

Wishing you better and pain free days ahead as you regain your good health...
Hugs, Nancy

cctiz said:

hi Jersey Girl
Whole food stores carry this raw aloe vera, put it on a gauze and leave it there as much as you can, does wonders, drink it too (if you can) it takes all the heat in your body, yeah, the rads heat and the fever and exhaustion the treatment leaves in us, I have to agree when you say surgery and chemo dont do much on some people, rads can be really hard in certain bodies
Good luck!

Can't believe they didn't give you something
for those burns! My rad nurses kept samples of cream at their desk for patients. They did also recommend aloe though, it is very soothing to your skin.
Dee

Congrats on
being a Rad Grad! I am so sorry you are so burned. I used Aquaphor and Calendua Gel which were both recommended by my onc office.

Hugs,
Georgia

I'm Just About to Start
My radiation oncologist, too, does not like his patients to use anything at all during radiation. I am not sure why. But I have very fair skin and I am really worried. If it's a matter of interfering with the radiation, why can't you use something when it's all over? I am going to try to get to the bottom of this.

zoey72 said:

radiation burns
I have completed 21 radiation treatments with 14 to go. My rad oncologist recommended aquaphor or hydrophor applied right after treatment and again before bed. My skin is pink with only after treatment #21 the skin was red and slightly itchy. I applied vit E oil before bed and this morning the skin is only slightly pink. The Rad techs told me that all lotions, gels etc should be avoided prior to treatment at least by 4 hours. They also recommended bathing with Dove soap. Hope this helps. Best wishes and hugs

Way to go rad grad!
My RO suggested Neosporin plus pain relief, especially with opened blisters. Aloe was also okay. Once they healed up I used Gold Bond Ultimate soothing. Ask first but these might help.

skipper54 said:

Way to go rad grad!
My RO suggested Neosporin plus pain relief, especially with opened blisters. Aloe was also okay. Once they healed up I used Gold Bond Ultimate soothing. Ask first but these might help.

congratulations on finishing rads!
I'm almost 1/2 through with them and have not had too much discomfort yet. My rad onc told me to use Aquaphor and I apply that every night. Ask your doctor for something for the pain, and fever should not be related to rads as far as I know...so you probably also want to get that checked out.

Best to you,
Laura

sinee said:

ask for Bliss
you can get something for the burns, you can ask the Doctor for Bliss, and you can order Miaderm on line~about 27.00 for 4 oz. but is worth every penny~

I used Biafine for any burn
I used Biafine for any burn that might occur, but, I never did. Congrats on finishing and take care.

disneyfan2008 said:

Happy to hear it's
Happy to hear it's over..that is the DAY I remember the most! I was very fortunate I did not have any side effects at all-no burns, not tired etc.

so NO advice just good thoughts heading your way and I am sure you'll get much helpful info here

Denise

Aquaphor and Biafine is what
Aquaphor and Biafine is what my rads oncologist gave me to use. I am happy that you are done with rads now!


Hugs, Megan

Congratulations on
Congratulations on completing rads. I don't know why the Dr, has not given you anything for the burns. And why aren't they taking the temp seriously?? Temps should always be taken seriously. Your in my prayers sending you strength. Kay

First try the real thing...gel from aloe plant
First try the real thing...gel from the aloe plant. It is slimy, but it works. Wear something over it to protect your clothing.

Don't ignore the temperature. See your internist.

Because I am a "skin person", I get upset when people are burned by radiation. They seem to treat us with the same dosage and yet we have different types of skin. What I don't understand is why someone has to burn. Not everyone burns.

Why should a redhead, fair skin get the same radiation dosage (intensity) as a dark haired, olive skin person? They should compensate for skin type. We all know that if both women sunbathed, the fair skin would get a sunburn whereas the olive skin would get a tan.

Anyway, I am thrilled that you are finished with radiation. Go celebrate.

Lots of Hugs,
Janelle