Breast Cancer care
by: Phil Wiley
Battling Cancer is a tough time in anyone's life. Perhaps the
toughest. That's why we've decided to write this article on how to care for
yourself during radiation for Breast Cancer.
It very important to properly care for yourself during radiation for breast
cancer. Keep in mind that after radiation you could feel fatigued for up to six
weeks. Sleep as much as you like during this time - one thing you really need is
your rest.
Also, make sure after radiation that you wear a comfortable bra. Making sure
your bra fits properly and doesn't rub in any way is all part of good care for
yourself during radiation for breast cancer. If a part of your bra rubs place a
soft cloth between the bra and your skin.
Weight loss can be a problem after radiation treatment. In order to properly
care for yourself during radiation for breast cancer make sure you eat a
balanced diet. This will help you to avoid weight loss and keep your energy
levels as high as possible.
Keep the skin fold area under your breast clean and talk to your doctor before
using any powders, lotions, deodorants or perfumes. As part of your care for
yourself during breast cancer radiation you need to make sure you are not using
any products that might react with your skin at this time or do something to
affect the radiation treatment in any way. Because of this it is best to avoid
deodorants. Deodorants contain magnesium, and this can inhibit the effectiveness
of the radiation treatment. To avoid reactions with the treated area, also avoid
starching your clothes.
As part of care for yourself during radiation for breast cancer bathe the
treated area in lukewarm water. This is because hot and cold water can damage
your skin.
Article by health writer Kate Wiley of http://www.healthy-shopper.com Health in
1 http://www.health-in-1.com and Advice on Health http://www.advice-on-health.com
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