Hi just wanted to know the side effects from radio as I'm starting in 2 wks time. Also finding it hard to sleep.
Hello Villabird, I had radiation treatments back in 2022. Live in Florida but sure treatment is similar. I tolerated it well. Had radiation to both breasts 16 to each one and a boost of 5 to the right. I know that treatments are shorter in duration now but dose is higher each treatment. I made sure to start moisturizing about a week prior to starting treatment. Did have some itching but hydrocortisone took away the itch quickly. My nipples were sore for about the first week but went away. Was very faithful with moisturizer and my skin only got slightly pinkish red and that was great as have very sensitive skin. Made sure I stayed hydrated, tried to get good sleep but not always happened. Made good plant based meals too.
Hope you tolerate it too. Everyone is different regarding how they fill so wishing you the best.
Barbara
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