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Brookfield, CT

I'm using SkinMedica Scar Recovery Gel do my lumpectomy, node removal and biopsy scars. Has anyone's radiologist told them not to use this during radiation therapy?

February 11, 2016 (edited)
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A MyBCTeam Member

I used coconut oil and never experienced any burning or discomfort during my treatment. I was giving this advise from a friend that worked at a cancer care treatment center. Best of luck.

February 15, 2016
A MyBCTeam Member

Make sure you ask your oncologist, you do not want to mess up what they are doing

February 12, 2016
A MyBCTeam Member

Do get approval firm your RO; they may approve items they hadn't specifically recommended, but, I. The event they say NO to a product, they probably have good reason. If you feel strongly about a product bring supportive evidence to them.
I used calendula, straight aloe and EV coconut oil.

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February 12, 2016
A MyBCTeam Member

I used aloe vera gel on my radiation burns and surgery scars. Did not do much for my scars but my radiation burns are now non existant and it only took about two years to completely clear up.

February 11, 2016
A MyBCTeam Member

I used Aquaphor when the burning got bad under the breast. Worked well and only took a couple of weeks after I stopped for things to clear. I did go braless at home the last couple of weeks, which is what the RO recommended. Hope things workout for you.

February 18, 2016

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