Chemo rash

FormerMember
FormerMember
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I'm on my second round of chemo for triple negative breast cancer.  Mid way through I get an awful red rash on my face which is itchy and sore.  Does anybody else get this and have advice on how to ease it?

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    Yes, I did. I got mine after my second round of docetaxel & carboplantin. It usually started around day 10 and lasted until a few days before next round. It got worst with each round and lasted a day or so longer. I finished my 6 round on May 21st and I still got it but it is slowly fading. I’ve called my BCN many times about it. I’m still on antihistamines both pills & cream.

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember in reply to FormerMember

    Thank you for replying.  I was told first time round it was an allergic reaction to one of the drugs.  This time round it isn't a lumpy rash but it's still sore and very red.  I was told to take antihistamine but I don't think it's doing anything.  I will ring the chemo unit today and see if they have any advice.