Do I need a Second Opinion? Getting a new cancer diagnosis can be very scary. How do you know if the treatment that is recommended is the best one for you? Many treatment approaches are pretty straight forward, but occasionally, there are some questions and uncertainties. This was the case with my cancer. …
It’s flu season again. If you have a compromised immune system because of cancer, being elderly, pregnant or if you are a caregiver for cancer patients, you should do whatever you can to minimize your chances of getting the flu. These high risk patients have an increased chance of developing complications as a result of …
When getting radiation therapy, it is important that you protect and moisturize the skin from damage that can be caused from radiation. Radiation can cause dryness, itching, tanning and even burning of your skin in the treatment area. Using a product to moisturize the skin, starting on day 1 of your treatments, will help to …
In today’s beauty secret, you are going to learn 6 ways to overcome fear. As cancer survivors we can be fearful of a lot of things: We can be scared we’re going to die from cancer Scared that our cancer will come back Or that we’ll have a bad outcome to a procedure or treatment …
Products during Radiation Treatment Dry Red Irritated Itch Burn or Sting Important to start moisturizing from day one. Dr. Shortee’s Burn Butter was formulated by a burn surgeon Main ingredients: Shea butter and coconut oil Also has chamomile, tea tree oil. No petroleum, no silicon. Has natural oils such as lavender, rosemary & …
When getting external beam radiation therapy treatment, you may notice changes to the skin in the treatment area. These changes could represent a radiation dermatitis. Symptoms of Radiation Dermatitis redness dryness itching stinging burning or peeling of the skin If you are having these symptoms, you are going to need a different type of cream …
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