Skin cancer

Just seen my doctor and I have been fast tracked for a possible skin cancer diagnosis. Should I worry?

  • HI skygirl

    Looks like you are having a good reaction to Efudix which means it is working well and will get rid of the damaged skin cells. It doesnt matter if you spread it a bit outside the area as it will onlyy affect damaged skin. As it is on your face it is best to apply it in the morning as doing so at night risks getting it on your pillow then onto your eyelids and eyes which is miserable. One week down three to go well done. Make sure you finish the course of treatment. Ask your do tor about using hydrocortisone cream to reeduce the inflamation I found it worked for me.

    Ed

  • thanks it actually says on the prescription to apply at night time, I am sure to do this at least 3/4 hours before bedtime . 

    As I am using cream for rosacea as well I need to leave a good time spell in between so atm am using he rosacea cream am and Efudix pm. 

    I also do find that vaseline soothes the area. 

  • Hello Skygirl and thanks for getting back to us again.

    It is difficult for the nurses to give an opinion without being able to see the area involved.

    The British Association of Dermatology have produced some useful information on Efudix which you might find helpful to look at.

    It might be a good idea to get in touch with your doctor to let them know about your reaction to the cream.

    I do hope that it settles down soon.

    All the best,

    Catherine