Thanks JuliaI wondered about this and the Dr will probably tell me this when I finish up... I will just have to try to resist the urge tostand for long in the shower and let water on the area for another while - after all I'll be the one to pay for it if I do!I have read some posts by other women suffering the type of pains I have had from day one - long after radiaition finished so at least if you know - if this happens - the fear or worry of the unknown is taken out of the equation and you can just get in and take care of yourself and nurse the problem and help yourself with a positive attitude rateher than uncertainty and unknown worry.Thanks for the warning it will definitely help. Take care !