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Protecting body from radiotherapy
I am about to start 4 weeks of radiotherapy and I am keen to do whatever I can to prevent or lessen side effects and to protect my normal cells from damage. I have read contradictory information about...
Calendula cream was very popular at my radiotherapy centre being available in the change rooms after each treatment.Sorbolene was also available but barely used and towards end of treatment was discontinued being replaced by Cetaphil.I used Dermaveen at home as I was unaware of Moo Goo and it was fine.Dermaveen and Cetaphil are available at supermarkets.I used front opening post op bras from Target which made creaming 3+ times per day easier but they did get grubby and were discarded after all creaming ended to be replaced with ah / sports bras which are so comfy.
We went to Cairns shortly after treatment ended and I noticed UV/ heat seemed to activate things even thru a T-shirt/ rashie so be careful with the sun.
I did have engulfing tiredness the week after treatment ended but only for a few days so took things easy and had nanna naps when I needed them
The worst thing about radiotherapy for me was trying to find a park tbh.
We went to Cairns shortly after treatment ended and I noticed UV/ heat seemed to activate things even thru a T-shirt/ rashie so be careful with the sun.
I did have engulfing tiredness the week after treatment ended but only for a few days so took things easy and had nanna naps when I needed them
The worst thing about radiotherapy for me was trying to find a park tbh.