I didn't experience any skin irritation or burn from radiation so I am often asked what I did to prevent the normal burns and skin irritation. If you know someone that will be going through radiation, pass this information along. I was fortunate enough to have a friend, Ruth, give me her tips and she bought me the Coat's Aloe products and it was a perfect gift as it saved my skin!
Radiation Remedy:
a) From the very first day, I used Coat's Aloe Vera (paraben-free) lotion, aloe vera and aloe vera spray. I applied 4x a day. When you're in the market for aloe products, these are the best.
b) Once a day I applied Boiron Calendula Creme. You can purchase at Whole Foods. I love, love the Biorin line for lots of helpful products when you're not feeling well.
c) Stayed hydrated
d) Did not use any other products on my skin in the radiation area or soap in the shower.
e) Kept skin out of the sun
f) I didn't want to wear a sports bra for 7 weeks so I took the underwire out of my bra on the left side. Worked perfectly.
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