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Help! Started On Letrizole 6 Days Ago. After Completing 12 Weeks On Pacitaxel, And Trastuzumab, Now Just Trastuzumab And Letrizole,

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Bellingham, WA

But my skin is starting to dry up and my rosacea is flaring! Trying to get an appt with my primary Doctor, is there anything I can use in the meantime? Please and thank you!

January 20, 2024
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When my hands and face got really dry, my fingers were cracking open, I started using coconut oil, I put a little blob in the palm of my hands, and let it melt. Using my fingertips I would gently massage a thin layer onto my face, for my hands I would use extra then wear the white cotton spa gloves, especially at night, when I would wake up in the morning, my hands felt so much better. h

When I am looking for something, I usually check the EWG site. The Environment Working Group is a non-profit and looks for products that are safe to use, and are not detrimental to the environment. Their Skin Deep reviews deal with health/beauty products.

https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/

January 21, 2024
A MyBCTeam Member

Yes your skin is going to dry out. Also when showering use either a soap or body wash that contains a moisturizer in it. My hubby was told to use this body wash Dove for sensitive skin hypoallergenic 24 hr renewing micro moisture. I used Vaseline intensive care body lotion for my feet and after I finished my radiation treatments on my breasts.

January 21, 2024
A MyBCTeam Member

Hello Sony2. When you take a shower or bath rinse your skin well. CeraVe and Aveeno and Neutrogena are good to use. Good luck 🥰

January 21, 2024
A MyBCTeam Member

How about Dior ski cream, I tried lots of stuff, Vaseline, a&d ointment, most of them caused me to breakout.i looked on internet for something safe but could not find anything. Also I walk in morning and started using Scott paper towels to wipe the sweat and got real bad skin turns out to make the towels white they use formaldehyde and bleach. Now I use hankerchief.

January 20, 2024
A MyBCTeam Member

It sounds like you're currently on letrozole and trastuzumab after completing 12 weeks of paclitaxel. Here are some key points about letrozole based on the knowledge base:

- Common Side Effects: Letrozole can cause hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, osteoporosis, joint pain, and mood swings
- Diet Considerations: Show Full Answer

It sounds like you're currently on letrozole and trastuzumab after completing 12 weeks of paclitaxel. Here are some key points about letrozole based on the knowledge base:

- Common Side Effects: Letrozole can cause hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, osteoporosis, joint pain, and mood swings.
- Diet Considerations: Avoid grapefruit as it can interfere with the enzymes that break down letrozole.
- Managing Side Effects: Discuss any side effects with your healthcare provider to find ways to manage them effectively.

If you have specific concerns or symptoms, it's best to consult your healthcare provider.

July 18, 2024

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