Did you know?
That more than 80% of patients* suffering from cancer, develop cutaneous side effects linked to the different treatments.
*Charles C, et al. Impact of cutaneous toxicity associated with target therapies on quality of life. Results of a longitudinal exploratory study. Bulletin du cancer. March 2013;100(3):213-22
Our LloydsPharmacy teams are available to advise and support you during this difficult time. Call into your local LloydsPharmacy – we are here to help.
While you live with cancer, your body and mind can go through many changes.
To navigate your journey ahead it is essential to practice self-care to enrich your mind, body and soul. Indulging in the things you love the most can be incredibly satisfying. Whether you love exercising, meditating or trying new make-up routines, now is the time to put yourself at the top of the priority list.
It is crucial, also, to look after your skin as best you can to prepare for your treatments, and to rejuvenate yourself afterwards. Your skin is part of who you are. If your skin is affected by something, so are you. Taking care of your body, through gentle exercise and finding the right skin care routine, can make a real difference to how you experience cancer.
LloydsPharmacy skin consultants will help advise you on how best to care for your skin.
Treatment of cancer
"Which may include chemotherapy and radiotherapy - commonly leads to unwanted side effects such as those that affect the skin. Patients undergoing these therapies can take comfort in knowing that La Roche Posay products are safe and effective at managing their skin concerns while preparing, undergoing and recovering from treatment." - Dr Nicola Ralph
LloydsPharmacy teams have been trained by La Roche Posay so they can highlight to customers the range of products that may be suitable for your skin. Look out for products showing the specific symbol to know they are safe for people undergoing cancer treatment.
Dr Justine Hextall - Consultant Dermatologist
"If we understand what may happen to our skin during treatment for cancer we can prepare and pre-empt potential side effects. It also gives the individual the opportunity to get the skin as healthy as possible prior to treatment and allows them to have potential skincare solutions during treatment." - Dr Justine Hexhall
For over a decade, La Roche-Posay have worked closely with dermatologists worldwide like Dr Hextall, committed to improving the lives of people with cancer who are experiencing the changes the disease can cause to skin.
Our LloydsPharmacy teams can help guide you and create the most appropriate skin health plan for each stage of your journey.
How might skin be affected?
Cancer treatments can cause several different skin changes. Side effects depend on the individual as well as the specific treatment and dose but can include:
• Dryness
• Itchiness
• Radiodermatitis (skin reactions triggered by radiotherapy)
• Rashes (red sore skin)
• Folliculitis (inflammation of the hair follicles)
At this difficult time please be assured our trained pharmacy teams will listen and support you in every way possible. Call into your local LloydsPharmacy or order your preferred products online today looking out for the products with the Cancer Care symbol.
A range of products safe and protective to use both before, during and after treatment.
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