Chemotherapy itching

Hi rose:

I'm assuming that your itching happens after chemo?

I never had itching anyplace else on my body, but my forearm, while being infused, turned red and itched incredibly. It happened mildly during the first infusion of AC. During the 2nd infusion, it was much worse and was scarlet red and began to swell too. My onc told the nurse to stop infusion and I was given a large dose of Benadryl in the IV and treatment resumed. It was, she said, a local allergic reaction, so I always received the Benadryl prior to the remaining treatments, in addition to the Decadron. Quite a trip!

Did you mention this lingering itchiness to your onc and if so what did he/she think? Perhaps ask your doctor about trying Benadryl at home to help control it? Just a thought.

Hoping you find relief soon!

Love, light and laughter,
Ink

vac said:

i use to get that after my treatments, it happens when i am outside. i did not get a rash it just started to itch. i did not do anything about it just scratch. my hands peeled like i had a bad sunburn. the only thing that itches is my head my hair is growing back. good luck

I kept vitamin e oil on my hands and feet- if it helps great if not ask your chemo nurse. Good Luck- C