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What did you do to help radiation burn?

Posted by cadunkin @cadunkin, Oct 24, 2022

After lumpectomy & lymph node removal (margins & nodes showed no cancer) I had 15 rounds or radiation in 3 weeks. At the end of treatment two weeks ago I developed a rash on my chest from the radiation. It’s very red & itches like crazy, which makes it hard to sleep. I’m using over the counter cortisone cream & Aquaphor for the dryness. Has anyone had success with other ways to treat this while waiting for it to heal? This site has helped me tremendously so thank you to everyone!

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leolion811 | @leolion811 | Feb 26 4:22pm
In reply to @ema1 "I don't want to be a downer, but I also used aloe and aquaphor and had..." + (show)
@ema1

I don't want to be a downer, but I also used aloe and aquaphor and had very little burn, just redness and swelling. 8 days after my skin is charred and very painful. They tell me this is normal but I was not prepared for it. Just want you to know it can happen.

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Are you using the actual aloe Vera plant?

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ema1 | @ema1 | Feb 26 4:29pm
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@leolion811

Are you using the actual aloe Vera plant?

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No using the gel. It really feels good. Simeine who has been through it recommended I get radiaplex gel. Oh my! I feel SOOO much better. It is not cheap but really helps!

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joan23 | @joan23 | Feb 26 4:34pm
In reply to @tapgirl "If you are large-breasted and the radiation is directed to the underside of your breast the..." + (show)
@tapgirl

If you are large-breasted and the radiation is directed to the underside of your breast the ComfortSlings products are game changers in protecting your skin. The company sells both slings, with cushions on adjustable straps that tuck beneath the breast, and cushions without the straps to tuck inside your bra cup.

I began using a ComfortSling the day I began radiation, wearing it as many hours of the day as possible, especially at night while I slept. Several times during the day I lay on my back and applied colorless, odorless gel to my entire breast, including the underside. I remained in position until the gel was fully absorbed (it took seconds), then immediately tucked the ComfortSling beneath my breast. With continuous protection from moisture and abrasion, the need for other products was virtually eliminated. By my treatments' end, my skin had darkened slightly but was otherwise unchanged. When I was out and about, I tucked a cushion inside my bra. The slings and the cushions virtually eliminated the accumulation of moisture beneath my breast and protected my skin from the rubbing and abrasion of skin-to-skin contact. By my treatment’s end, my skin had darkened slightly at the radiation site, but was otherwise unchanged. I had no pain, no broken skin.

If you have already begun your radiation treatments, the sling will still go a long way toward preventing further irritation and pain. I can’t recommend these products enough! Good luck!

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Hi! Thanks for your recommendation. I was traveling and haven't connect to this blog. I'm much better now. A friend of mine whom is a Doctor in Pharmacist, recommended me Silvadene Cream 1%- and also baby diaper cream with a large percentage of zinc oxide (the higher the % the better). I did used both and healed very quick.

Hopes it helps to someone in need of!

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joan23 | @joan23 | Feb 26 4:36pm
In reply to @joan23 "Hi! Thanks for your recommendation. I was traveling and haven't connect to this blog. I'm much..." + (show)
@joan23

Hi! Thanks for your recommendation. I was traveling and haven't connect to this blog. I'm much better now. A friend of mine whom is a Doctor in Pharmacist, recommended me Silvadene Cream 1%- and also baby diaper cream with a large percentage of zinc oxide (the higher the % the better). I did used both and healed very quick.

Hopes it helps to someone in need of!

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FYI, please refer to the photo below.
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joan23 | @joan23 | Feb 26 4:41pm
In reply to @ema1 "No using the gel. It really feels good. Simeine who has been through it recommended I..." + (show)
@ema1

No using the gel. It really feels good. Simeine who has been through it recommended I get radiaplex gel. Oh my! I feel SOOO much better. It is not cheap but really helps!

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Whatever helps you heal is the most important thing. Hopes you continue to do well. Blessings!

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tapgirl | @tapgirl | Feb 26 5:46pm
In reply to @joan23 "Hi! Thanks for your recommendation. I was traveling and haven't connect to this blog. I'm much..." + (show)
@joan23

Hi! Thanks for your recommendation. I was traveling and haven't connect to this blog. I'm much better now. A friend of mine whom is a Doctor in Pharmacist, recommended me Silvadene Cream 1%- and also baby diaper cream with a large percentage of zinc oxide (the higher the % the better). I did used both and healed very quick.

Hopes it helps to someone in need of!

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The beauty of the ComfortSlings is that they do the trick quickly and without the need of prescriptive medications. But the important thing is to find relief - I'm so glad you did. Stay well!

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leolion811 | @leolion811 | Feb 26 7:09pm
In reply to @ema1 "No using the gel. It really feels good. Simeine who has been through it recommended I..." + (show)
@ema1

No using the gel. It really feels good. Simeine who has been through it recommended I get radiaplex gel. Oh my! I feel SOOO much better. It is not cheap but really helps!

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I used the radiaplex lotion but it didn’t work too well for me… But the actual aloe Vera leaf was perfect. I had 23 radiation treatments the 2nd time. I can’t have radiation this time ( the same area) so I have to have proton therapy…

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Zebra | @californiazebra | Feb 27 6:16am

Initially I used Calendula cream purchased on Amazon. Good stuff. Eventually when the burns became open wounds I was given a prescription for Silvadene cream used on burn patients. That helped. Hope you heal up quickly.

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ema1 | @ema1 | Feb 27 6:29am
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@leolion811

I used the radiaplex lotion but it didn’t work too well for me… But the actual aloe Vera leaf was perfect. I had 23 radiation treatments the 2nd time. I can’t have radiation this time ( the same area) so I have to have proton therapy…

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So sorry you have to deal with it again!

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ninibmr | @ninibmr | Feb 27 12:52pm
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@polianad22

My friend used everyday during radiation treatment Aloe vera.

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That didn't help me at all. Neither did calendula, arnica, cortisone cream, or anything else. I ended up on Silvadene and finally got some relief, but it took 2 weeks of feeling like my skin was on fire.

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