Nail changes

Hi all, hope everyone's well.

 

Had a question about nail changes. My mum's on docataxel and her nails have gone black, they look clubbed and appear to be lifting off her nailbed.

Naturally I'm a bit concerned about this and don't want her to contract an infection.

 

Im looking for some tips on how she can look after her nails better and prevent them from falling off to avoid infections.

Also does anyone know how long it takes for the nails to regrow post chemo?

Thank you all in advance

 

Sarah 

  • Hi Sarah, 

    I noticed you hadn't had a reply yet so I just wanted to make you aware of this discussion from last year. I hope this helps but if you'd like to have a chat with someone about this then do give our cancer nurses a call. They're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    I hope things start to improve for your mum soon and wish her all the best with the rest of her treatment.

    Kind regards, 

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator