I have rectal cancer stage 4, I've had chem.and rad. treatment, and now iam breaking out in sores iand iching almost out of control.I have not had any treatment in 11 months.
2006-07-09 16:54:28 · 3 answers · asked by momo 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Cancer
Are we talking about the rectal area?
You can try a sitz bath to help with the sores. You can buy one that fits over the toilet or you can just sit in a bathtub with a low level of water. You can buy saline solution or make it yourself by adding 2 tsps. salt (10mls) to every Litre (1000 mls) of water. Saline is more soothing than water. The temperature should be luke warm. Try not to use hot water because it dries out the skin which will probably make it more itchy. Warm water will increase vasoconstriction and may decrease itching. Do not add bath oils or other products to water. A hand held shower with a gentle spray or bathtub may be appropriate alternatives.
Maximum 10 - 15 minutes, repeat up to 4 times a day and/or after each bowel movement. Gently pat area dry with a soft towel or expose area to room air.
It might be a good idea to visit your doctor too. They may be able to prescribe some cream for you to use over the affected area.
Hope this helps.
2006-07-09 20:29:17 · answer #1 · answered by dawestcoastboy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-26 18:05:00 · answer #2 · answered by Jackie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
www.cancer.gov/cancerinfo/pdq/treatment/colon/patient
2006-07-09 19:11:52 · answer #3 · answered by heidielizabeth69 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋