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In_search_of_li
Member
14 years ago

3 Nodes postive & radiation treatment

I am about to sign the consent form for radiation treatment, I have 3 positive nodes out of 23.  The radiation oncologist told me that the treatment will be much easier than Chemo.

I just wonder if any of you out there had bad side effects. I don't have to have the treatment if I don't want to but the doctor said it will redcue my local re-occurance rate.  As my GP also agreed so I think that I am going ahead. 

If anyone out there could give me some tips, it will very much appreciated.

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  • Annie_Gayed's avatar
    Annie_Gayed
    Member
    13 years ago

    At BCNA, we have heard from many members who recommend Moogoo Udder Cream to moisturise the skin during radiation treatment. Thanks for letting us know about the UoQ trial - I look forward to reading the study results.

    Annie

  • In_search_of_li's avatar
    In_search_of_li
    Member
    14 years ago

    Hi Julia

    How long ago did you finish radio?  I was told that the sunburnt tan colour will fade with time.  I hope yours does too. 

    Was it easier to bear than the Taxol Chemo.  I am having diarrhoea and haemahoid problems with the Taxol, not nice.  One more to go and I can't wait for it to finish and then have to start the radio.  Thanks fro you input, it is much appreciated.  Big hug.

     

  • Julia44's avatar
    Julia44
    Member
    14 years ago

    Hello,

    I handled radio ok, my skin eventually reddened up but had no breakage, just make sure you smother creme on it as often as possible-they will tell you which one to get.

    I now have what looks like a suntan over part of the radiated area which I think will stay and it is a bit tender but nothing to worry about.

    It does seem to make you tired though.

     

    Good Luck with yours, Julia