Capecitabine hands

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I have had to come off my tablets currently on cycle 7 week 1 completed, I am now suffering red hands, today I had to go and see oncologist nurses as they looked like they were going to blister, the advice is to use the cream.

just wondering if they do blister does start on the tips of your fingers? If Theo blister is there anything I should avoid doing?

court over 2 years ago

https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/treatments-and-drugs/capecitabine

https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/treatment/cancer-drugs/side-effects/skin-nails

Hi ,

Both the Macmillan and cancer research seem to suggest similar advice. I have linked in their guidance above . Both suggest avoiding anything tight around the hands and feet . I am finding diabetic socks a big help with my mum .
My mum was on cap tablets for two years and did have hand and feet peeling . But apart from moisturising I can’t remember the details .

Just now with the treatment she is on which is different we have bought aveeno .

You might like to discuss it with our helpline staff too . 0808 808 0000

Take care ,

Court

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