Nail Lifting after Docetaxel

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Hi All,

I have finished my chemo 3EC and 3 Docetaxel 6 weeks ago and now my finger nails are lifting. I was wondering if anyobe knows what type of cream is best to apply on them. I have been advised to use nail strengthener cream but not sure which one is good. Thanks xx

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    I lost my only finger nail 6-8 weeks after finishing chemo.  I used organic cream on my hands. Please be aware of infection.  Bizarrely in January 2019 I broke a nail (4years after chemo) and its only been in the last month that its growing back.. I'd advise speaking to a chemo nurse for information on creams to use 

  • You should probably contact your gp - my nail beds became infected after the nails lifted and it was totally gross! I had some antibiotics and kept my nails , but  they have never been the same , and my toenails fell off 6 months after my treatment finished …