Radiotherapy... couple of questions
Hi everyone, on Monday I started my 6 wks radiotherapy and have a couple of questions for others who've done it. Firstly, I was surprised at how often mepitel film needs trimming & patching. I've alre...
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Oh, I wasn't very clear @ fairydust. Instead of using creams my rad onc has recommended mepitel film for me. It's one or the other, no creams if you use the film. It stays on for all of treatment. Apparently it gives really good results. As you can immagine, movement, bathing etc loosens the film & it needs patching throughout treatment. A couple of the nurses have been less than subtle in expressing their annoyance in how often mine is needing patching, thus the question about exercising. Now I feel like an annoying patient & don't want to go in for patching, but It's that or burn, so no choice. Thanks for your tips on creams @romla. Will come in handy down the track.