HORMONE THERAPY
MACULOPAPULAR
RASH
Polymorphic erythematous, macular and/or papular rash interspersed with patches of healthy skin. Progressive spread. Frequent pruritis.
Hygiene
Gentle cleansing products that respect the skin’s natural pH balance, such as syndet(1)
Nail care(2)
Skin care products
Light texture moisturizers(1)
Avoid products which may dry the skin out (e.g. alcohol-based products, soaps, etc.)(2)
Sources
(1) Livret pharmaciens – gérer les effets secondaires cutanés des thérapies anti-cancer. [Booklet for pharmacists – managing the cutaneous side effects of cancer treatments.
(2) ESKIMO group round table: Bensadoun RJ, Dreno B, Humbert P, Krutmann J, Luger T, Rougier A, Triller R.