Toddler Chemo - super sore bum

Hi all,

My two year old niece is having her first round of chemo for ALL, a type of leukaemia. 

She (and her parents) is most distressed by the suuuuuper sore bottom she has from the drugs, which makes it so hard for her to get comfortable, sleep etc. 

Does anyone have any experience or advice what could bring her sore "chemo bum" some relief? 

Thanks so much! Lena

  • Hi Lena, 

    What a caring and incredible auntie you are coming here on our forum wanting to find something that would relieve your niece's sore bum. Poor little poppet it's so sad she is having to go through chemotherapy for Childhood ALL at such a young age and that sore bottom must be incredibly uncomfortable for her and it must have such a negative impact on her wellbeing and that of her parents. 

    It might be worth asking her medical team or even her GP what could help with her sore bum - I am sure they will have some good suggestions for her. Make sure you mention to them the full story - that she is having this sore bum as a result of the chemotherapy and that she needs something that will give her much needed relief. 

    Our cancer nurses are also here to listen and guide you so feel free to get in touch with them on this free number 0808 800 4040 for information and advice - their helpline is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. 

    I will now let our members come and say hello and perhaps they might have some suggestions based on their similar personal experiences. I hope that her treatment will work its magic and she will get better very soon. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator