I am sorry to hear this. Has your mum spoken to her care team? I believe that there is a cream to help control the itching, which is available on prescription.
I am sorry to hear about your mother's situation. This must be very difficult for you and your family.
There are a variety of treatments, including antihistamines or steroids, that can be given to help with theitching, and we have information about this on our website.
Thetreatmentgiven will depend on the cause of the itching. Whether it is the cancer itself or, for example, from a blocked bile duct.
It is best to discuss this with your mum's team at the hospital, who know her situation, or her GP. I also wondered if she had input from thepalliative care team, who are experts at managing symptoms and would also be able to recommend treatment. If your mother has not been referred, this is something her cancer team or GP can arrange.
I hope this reply is helpful. Please feel free to come back to us if you need to. You can always speak with one of our nurses on the helpline, and we are available between 9 am and 5 pm Monday to Friday, freephone 0808 800 4040.
