Hi all
Can anyone answer this for me .
Has anyone been on a holiday to get a tan after chemo ,and was your skin ok ,i am going away in April and
finished chemo in December the sun we are having at at the moment as made my skin very red and sore and i so want a tan to make me feel better any one any tips for me ,
Cheers
Rowena x
FormerMember
Skin and nail changes
Some drugs can affect your skin. Your skin may become dry or slightly discoloured, which may be made worse by swimming, especially if there is chlorine in the water. Any rashes should be reported to your doctor.
Your skin may also be more sensitive to sunlight, during and after the treatment. Protect your skin from the sun by wearing a hat, sunglasses, and loose clothing that covers your skin. Use sunscreen cream (at least factor 15) on any exposed areas.
Helpful hints – skin changes
Avoid wet shaving ? an electric razor is less likely to cause cuts.
If your skin becomes dry or itchy, you can use some moisturising cream. If you are also having radiotherapy, check with your doctor before using any moisturisers.
Wear a hat, loose clothing and high-factor suncream if you are going out in the sun, to prevent your skin burning.
In general we have to be extra careful - use high factor suncream - and I am sure you do realise it is now not considered sensible for ANYONE to sunbathe really. Anyway I am sure you will have a lovely holiday but you must protect your skin ! Love Jools xxx
Thank you so much for advice i know it may not be important but a tan makes you feel better and i love being in the sun hope you had a good holiday jane .
Happy mothers day everyone hope you all had as good a day as i have had
