Chemo acne

Rhi1983
Visitor

Chemo acne

I'm 3 rounds in with 5fu chemotherapy. My skin is full of pimples on my face, in my hair, my chest, my back, my butt cheeks. My mouth is starting to feel more sensitive. I have 3 more rounds before my next scan to see how I'm traveling and how effective the chemotherapy is. Can I use kenacomb cream for the pimples? 

2 REPLIES 2
Katekat
Valued Contributor

Re: Chemo acne

Hello @Rhi1983 and welcome!

 

Sorry to hear you've been experiencing acne. Has your doctor or oncologist prescribed kenacomb?

 

Has anyone else out there experienced acne as a side effect?

 

-Kate

Cancer Council Online Community Manager

Reply
0 Kudos
NikkiNiks
New Contributor

Re: Chemo acne

I have my 3rd dose tomorrow and after my 2nd dose last Friday  I got pimples all over my chest, back, and now my face. I will be seeing my onc on Monday and hopefully will have an answer for us both. 🙂

 

I hate pimples!!!!

Reply
0 Kudos
Post new topic
Talk to a health professional
Cancer Council support and information 13 11 20Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
Cancer Information and Support

Online resources and support

Access information about support services, online resources and a range of other materials.

Caring for someone with cancer?

Find out what resources and support services are available to assist you.