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Janie304
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8 years ago

Any advice for during and post radiotherapy recovery?

Hi,

I start radiotherapy in two weeks. I have a short weekend break booked beforehand but I'm wondering if there is anything you would recommend to help manage through the treatments (three weeks) and for afterwards? I've read some other posts about avoiding swimming and heat which rules out a spa day. I feel like I need something restful afterwards as I will be working full time through the treatment and I'm living alone. also any recommendations on creams or other ways to manage the skin?

Thanks, Jannine

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    Janie304
    Member
    8 years ago
    JoeyLiz thank you. I hadn't heard about that cream so I will buy some in advance. I may need to ask to adjust my work schedule a little more than I had planned but I will see how I get along.

    Best wishes, Jannine
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    JoeyLiz
    Member
    8 years ago
    Hi @Janie304 a spa day before you start your radiation sounds like great idea! The fatigue and skin reaction probably wont hit you until the end of your second week so when it does just go to bed a little earlier. I worked 4 days through mine and have a 3 year old to look after and was fine but did get tired In the afternoons. For your skin, try and go braless as much as possible and moo goo 3 times a day.
    Best wishes for treatment