Hi
My mum’s had radiotherapy two weeks ago and she’s beginning to get joint pains which is a known side effect
but she’s also gettin red splodges on her arm and stomach. its like a rash - i’ve done a few searches and there’s talk of broken veins etc
are these splodges normal? is there anything you can do to stop them spreading? or is it a case of keeping up with the e45 cream moisturising the skin?
many thanks
mani
Hi Mani
I don’t know if you have read Breast Cancer Care’s publication on radiotherapy during your searches, if not you may find it helpful for your mum
breastcancercare.org.uk/docs/radiotherapy_mar_06_0.pdf.
You are also welcome to contact the helpline on 0808 800 6000 if you would like to talk through some of your concerns for your mum with one of our specialist nurses, it is open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm and Sat 9am - 2pm.
Best wishes
Sam
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