Hi I've just completed a weeks course of higher dosage radiotherapy and although i was told the sife effects wouldn't start for three weeks they've started already. The itching is driving me mad & i finding it hard to sleep - although i was warned about the side effects i wasn't given any advice on how to deal with them. Does anyone know if it's ok to take piriton to help with the itching?
Hi ,
Yes I totally agree with what Tungsten has said, Piriton offered me great relief from the dreaded itch & also the Epsom salt baths were really helpful. Also try & keep the area well moisturised, I was given QV cream which was like an aqueous cream & as soon as I got home from a daily radiotherapy session I would absolutely lather it on.
Nicola
