Hello, some good news, sort of, for me as I start radiotherapy on the 30th. However, I am booked for 3 days in a row and then nothing for 3 days and then two days in a row. Has anyone else had a gap of 3 days with the 5 day treatment? I know the planners know what they are doing, but I seem to panic at every turn. I'm getting worried about the last two appointments already as they are in the afternoon and my husband doesn't like driving in the dark and after doing the preparation appointment, have found that it's a 110 mile round trip. Anyway, back to my question! Anyone else had a break during the 5 day treatment please?
Rose about to start radiotherapy moisturise your skin now so it's in tip top condition ready for radiotherapy. Many units have a preference on creams you use. I used bio oil prior prior then E45/& refrigerated aloe Vera gel yo-yo cool breast during treatment. I had 15 sessions which was standard and skin held up pretty well and after a few weeks looking sun burnt returned to normal. I was told to use baby shampoo in shower and no shower gel on breast during radiotherapy
Hello, a bit like me. I finished yesterday and am waiting for the burns to appear! I feel a bit in limbo now.
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