Dressing reaction

Has anybody had a reaction to the dressings from the lymph node removal. I had my dressing taken off last Friday and by Saturday had a bright pink blotchy rash. GP gave me some low dose steroid cream on Monday. The rash has got lighter but is still there a week later. Have got to have radiology and concerned that rash won't be gone when I get the appointment.

  • Hi Ckell,

    I am sorry to hear about the rash you've developed. Have you got a date for radiotherapy yet? There is usually a wait at this stage to allow the skin to heal prior to radiotherapy. This can be about 6 weeks after surgery, so you shouldn't need to panic yet!. 

    If it is not reducing with this cream, it might be worth making another appointment with your GP, who may be able to prescribe a more effective solution. I hope that it heals up soon. Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on, We are always here for you.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx