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Hi Rena. I'm 3 weeks post radiation now and still dealing with an itchy rash and some blisters. I was wondering about exactly what you posted once the immediate skin issues are healed. This was my 5th time having radiation and it was the longest and strongest round of radiation I've had yet and covers way more skin area than my other experiences. I already knew radiation can alter skin texture because I experienced that from a 3 week course of radiation on my abdomen. Maybe somebody here has experienced this problem and has some insight. I'm personally planning to go to the dermatologist once my skin is healed up to make sure it looks ok and also so my dermatologist has a baseline for what my chest, neck, and armpit look like post radiation in case any changes pop up in the future.
Yes, skin changes after radiation therapy are very common. Long-term side effects can include darker skin coloration, thicker skin, and more visible pores in the treated breast area. Some people also develop telangiectasias (spider veins), which appear as red or purple blood vessels on the breast's surface. While some skin Show Full Answer
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