Chemo rash

[Bateee]

Five days after my first Taxol, carboplatin, and Keytruda infusion I have developed a rash on both sides of my neck and around the back of my neck like a collar. It is an odd rash, it started with horizontal raised bumps and then turned red and rashy.

I have a call into my oncologist to see if there are any treatments stronger than cortisone ointment and antihistamine. My question is if anyone has dealt with this and has helpful advice. I am certainly praying this does not last the whole treatment or spread further. If it gets into my port there may be a problem.

Any ideas?

[Embeth]

I'm so sorry, Bateee. My carbo-taxol chemo took place 8 years ago and did not include Keytruda. Weeks in, after I lost my hair, I developed a rash on my head. My oncologist prescribed a cream that worked and it never recurred. I hope it is as direct for you, with no further complications. Blessings on your healing.❤️

[Bateee in reply to Embeth]

Hi Embeth, My oncologist returned my call yesterday afternoon and has me taking Allegra, pepcid AC, and bendadryl for the rash. The bendadryl really helped with the rash over night, the swelling and redness has gone down quite a bit this morning. So I am hopeful the healing will continue and I get rid of it totally like you did!

[SariKexp in reply to Bateee]

I had a similar rash to the carbo-taxol regimen and sent a frantic picture to my cancer care team in response. Benadryl and Aveeno helped tremendously, but it was super scary at first. Glad that you are also finding relief from the over-the-counter meds.

[Bateee in reply to SariKexp]

Hi SariKexp, Did your rash resolve from the bendadryl or just stay under control. I take the benadryl at night and am considering taking it again in the morning if the rash does not continue to improve. Your feedback is appreciated

[SariKexp]

Hi Bateee. It did resolve after the big flare-up. But I do remember keeping the Aveeno nearby for little minor rashes that would come and go. It might be a good idea to keep a symptom journal in the early going. I found that helpful for tracking and keeping my oncologist apprised. Best to you...and a big non-itchy hug.

[Bateee in reply to SariKexp]

A symptom journal is a great idea as keeping track of the side effects - when and where they occurred- may get impossible as time goes on without a written record. Were you using the Aveeno 1% hydrocortisone cream? I did not realize they made a cream with hydrocortisone. My rash improved overnight so I am greatly encouraged.