Hi all
my cancer treatment finished mid January 2026 [chemo & radiotheraply].
my Nails have been discoloured for few months, now one is about to come off, other 2 look as though they will follow suit.
converned all nails from both hands will fall off.
Saw a product POLYBALM - has anyone used this, your thoughts or any suggestions woud be appreciated.
many thanks
i did use polybalm and i had no major nail issues, but i maybhave had a different chemo than you.I was also told to paint my nails to protect them from uv. but double check with your team
My nails went pale and had ridges, and the moon bit disappeare
BC in 2023, ER + PR- HER2-
AC and taxol, grade 2a , micro in 1 lymph, 2 surgeries
gah
Thank you for reply. I had EC & Doxetall chemo drugs, wasn't advised re nails, told nurses/consultant re discolouration of nails and they said chemo side effects and nails may fall off & to avoid infection, keep it covered and clean.
4 weeks after chemo finished the nail issue arised: noticed slowly coming off nail bed - still intact on one side, i can see same happening with rest.
told to keep cuticles and sides of nail/skin moisturised. just happen to see Polybalm on internet and wondered whether to try it out.
happy to hear you had no major issues. kind regards
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