Instow1

[Instow1]

Hello everyone.

I was diagnosed with E T. and am taking hyroxycarbamide I have a number of dark blemishes on my forehead. Does anyone know what I can do for this , or is it something I have to put up with. Thanks before hand for any reply

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Might shea butter help? You can get it from the Body Shop, I think, or Google will have some ideas as to suppliers. I know it's supposed to help with dark blotches on the back of one's hands, except I can never be bothered to use it.....

[Instow1 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you. I’ll give it a try

[Mazcd Partner MPNVoice]

Hi Instow1, it would be best to get these checked by your GP to find out what they are and any possible causes. Best wishes, Maz

[Instow1 in reply to Mazcd]

Thank you for your reply

[hunter5582]

Mazcd is correct. this is something to have checked out. it could be a number of different things, including a side effect of HU (which can have a number of dermal side effects). It is best not to make any assumptions. I would also be sure to let your MPN care team to know ASAP.

References re. HU and skin

online.epocrates.com/drugs/...

chemocare.com/chemotherapy/....

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Hi lnstow l also take hydroxy and developed dark patches on my cheeks that very sometimes dark the not so dark. I have taken to using Nivea Cellular cream l think it helps. Worst thing to do is forget to use daily 50 sun block and also wear a sun hat if you can.😊

[Instow1 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you for your reply. Ido use nivea. But not sun block. Which must start using. Thanks again

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Hi Nivea "luminous anti dark spot"

[Instow1]

I’ll try that thanks