I accidentally injured my hand building a bed on Friday before my treatment started. I was using a screw driver and didn't realise I'd gave myself a blister, which also unknown to me burst. I only noticed when I was finished. My chemo and radiotherapy started yesterday but I think I read somewhere that cuts won't heal during treatment. (possibly wrong) Is this something I should mention to my cancer nurse?
Hi . I don’t think that I’ve heard of this but you could give your colorectal support nurse a ring for reassurance or the nurses on here on 0808 808 00 00?
Take care
Karen x
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