Neuropathy

Hi,

I don’t know much about gloves but there are some very good thermal options available, have a look at the reviews to see what people do/don’t recommend.  Strangely I read that for chemo neuropathy cold compression gloves can be effective but that doesn’t sound a good idea for your husband’s already cold hands.

Have you asked his oncologist or the GI nurses for a recommendation? They must have come across this before and they might have a more positive idea to suggest - as you said there are just so many different gloves and you want to get it right.

Best wishes to you both with his treatment. 

J x

Hi

i am experiencing exactly the same issue, it’s the Oxaliplatin.
I bought myself a pair of thin but insulated gloves on Amazon that have fingertips that allow the use of phones or tablets. They go some way to help but are not perfect. I also have a slightly larger pair of “Thinsulates” for over the top when venturing out in cold weather. I also find it’s not just the cold but also pressure, so for instance pulling socks on in a morning can be a little painful. The good news is that a few days after each chemo cycle the tingling subsides considerably and I can tolerate it enough to get on with gardening, DIY etc.

Putting your hands around a hot mug of tea or coffee gives good relief.

Good luck.

Thank you for your response.  I will have a word with our macmillan nurse.

Thank you for your response.  Unfortunately the tingling does not seem to subside.  I will have a chat with our MacMillan nurse and have another look at Amazon.