Chemo acne suggestions

Hi BJM, it’s not silly to be upset by this. It’s hard enough to feel bad from side effects, not looking like our normal selves is just as hard. I’ve only had one EC chemo (2nd one today) and I also broke out in spots very similar to what you describe. I initially dabbed them with Sudocrem but after having read a tip from this forum, switched to very carefully dabbing them with tea tree oil. Used a cotton wool bud to make sure it went only on the spots, not on surrounding skin as it can be drying. That worked a treat.

If you haven’t already, I would also mention it to your breast care team. I also read other posts on this forum where some ladies had very extreme cases and were prescribed an additional medication.

I’m sure you’re beautiful as you are but hope you find tips to help you feel better x

Hi BJM

Please don’t feel silly worrying about the spots which don’t seem fair alongside all the other chemo SE. I also had white spots during Paclitaxel having never had any, even as a teenager and I understand how it can make you feel down.  My GP prescribed me Metrogel which is used to treat acne and my oncology team were happy for me to use it. It seemed to have a better result than Sudacrem, and at least the spots stopped once I finished treatment so take heart in the fact it will be temporary!

As NBI says, it’s worth letting your team know when you next see them as they might have other suggestions to try.  Good luck with the rest of your chemo.

Loffie x

So, I have been using dermal md acne serum for a few days now and I can already see the effects. I had an active pimple on which I used it and within a night the swelling came down a lot. I'm still using it and it's gradually removing the spots as well. Just go for it!