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Fluorouracil treatment

Posted by bill60 @bill60, Feb 2 7:49am

I went to my dermatologist yesterday. I have sun damage on my face, legs and arms. I am have bumps on my leg, and it is itchy. He suggested I try the Fluorouracil treatment. He did tell me it will get red and may become uncomfortable. When I picked up the prescription I read the possible side affects. This scares me. Can someone who has gone through the treatments help me with some advise. Thank you.

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Skywatcher | @lindabyrne38 | Sep 28 5:34am

I just picked up the flouracil prescription and am nervous to use it . I was in shock at Dr so didn't ask the right questions. Thanks for posting

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rob454 | @rob454 | Sep 28 7:09am

I'm getting ready to use fluorouracil cream. I'm worried as my dog sleeps with me. I'm scared she will come in contact with it. It's supposed to be fatal. Even if i cover it with a bandage theres still a risk of her licking. Shes only 10 lbs and is affectionate. What can I do? Perhaps just to keep freezing the pre cancer.

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Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | Sep 28 5:55pm
In reply to @rob454 "@gingerw I'm getting ready to start the cream. I'm worried about my dog licking my face...." + (show)
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@gingerw I'm getting ready to start the cream. I'm worried about my dog licking my face. She is a 10 pound dog and sleeps in my bed. Can I cover my nose with a bandage? Will the cream get onto the bedding pillow? How do I protect her? Not sure what to do. I'm really scared I might make a mistake.

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@rob454 Time to get tough with that little dog! No licking your face or coming in contact with that cream! Sleep on the bed okay. Cover your nose might help, but she might want to sniff that strange contraption you are wearing! Persistent pushing her away might have to do until she gets the message? She means well, and loves you. And you love her, but don't want her to get sick!

Try using a light towel on top of the pillowcase, doubled, to protect the pillow. It worked for me. And remember, you don't need very much of the cream! Let me know how it goes!
Ginger

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kolshansky | @kolshansky | Sep 29 12:48pm
In reply to @gingerw "@rob454 Time to get tough with that little dog! No licking your face or coming in..." + (show)
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@rob454 Time to get tough with that little dog! No licking your face or coming in contact with that cream! Sleep on the bed okay. Cover your nose might help, but she might want to sniff that strange contraption you are wearing! Persistent pushing her away might have to do until she gets the message? She means well, and loves you. And you love her, but don't want her to get sick!

Try using a light towel on top of the pillowcase, doubled, to protect the pillow. It worked for me. And remember, you don't need very much of the cream! Let me know how it goes!
Ginger

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@gingerw
There’s no question fluorouricil can be an effective treatment for sun damaged skin.
There’s an alternative with the newer Blue Light regimen.
Instead of a waiting a period of 1-2 hours after applying Levulan and 16 minutes under the light which is quite uncomfortable, it can be just as effective immediately going under the light after the Levulan for 30 minutes. I had it done a few weeks ago, with
no discomfort and an excellent reaction.
Consult with your dermatologist.

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