Severe Itching

Hi

My Husband is 2months post Radiotherapy...for the past few weeks he has had intensive & painful itching allover back and arms....bringing on a lot of anxiety.

He has had steriod cream from GP & antihistamines,  they don't seem to be having much effect at all...this is causing him much distress.

Could this be a side effect of Radiotherapy?

Many thanks

  • Hi there and thanks for the post

    I am sorry to hear about your husband's recent treatment and the symptoms he is currently experiencing.

    It is so important that your husband speaks to his doctor so they can reassess him and find things to help relieve his symptoms.

    Radiotherapy can affect the skin and cause irritation, sensitivities and in some rare cases nerve damage that can be extremely painful.

    Do let the doctors know that these symptoms are ongoing so your husband can get the most appropriate treatment.

    Best wishes

    Naomi