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Members responded warmly to the question about nail changes during chemo, sharing a wide range of personal experiences from minor ridging and... Read more
Nail changes during chemo are really common, and many MyBCTeam members have shared similar experiences. One MyBCTeam member noticed purplish half-moon shapes developing at their nail beds, while another ended up losing both big toenails entirely. Here are some nail changes that can happen during breast cancer treatment:
My nails all looked like they developed nail fungus but it isn't fungus it's just a side effect of the chemo and they are sensitive. They are now growing back okay at the nail bed by the cuticle so thinking in a few months the fungus looking part should be gone as the new nail grows in
I am the only survivor on here that didn't have any problems with my nails. They actually got harder while I was on chemo (1991). I also didn't lose my hair. I had cytoxan, methotrexate and fluorourcil. They were all given to me through IV. I had a port in my chest for 2 years that made it so much easier to give. Hopefully, this will let you know that survival can definitely last for a very long time. All the best in your journey. 🥰 Prayers coming your way 🙏
@A MyBCTeam Member Hi 😊 yes, my nails turned brown and had ridges. My fingertips were super sensitive and the nails felt loose but never came off. My toenails got dark and icky too. I lost my big toenail, but she's back. Now my finger nails are good and seem stronger and thicker than before. God bless you and good luck on your journey 💕🙏Take care Mama 🥰
I talked to one of the nurses and she said having my nails done in gel polish might help to protect them. I went every 3 weeks and got a different color. I did not lose any fingernail but I did have pain in the nail beds. I stopped getting them done after chemo and they were a little discolored but not sure if from gel or chemo. My toe nails are still a mess. They were thick and ugly and I thought I was going to lose the nails on my big toes as they were lifting on the sides. I kept them bandaged so they wouldn't catch on anything. My toes wee very sensitive and the nails were very thick and difficult to cut. I soak my feet about once a week and trim them as best I can. I am 8 months after chemo and they still hurt sometimes but I kept all toenails.
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