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I feel i am getting perinoid, along with all my other symptoms i arms, neck, back and scalp itch is that part of Lymphoma

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Kenner, LA
June 1
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Members shared personal experiences about itching and rashes as symptoms connected to lymphoma and chemotherapy treatment, offering both... Read more

Members shared personal experiences about itching and rashes as symptoms connected to lymphoma and chemotherapy treatment, offering both emotional support and practical advice. Several members found relief through dermatologist visits, with helpful treatments including antihistamines like Benadryl, steroid creams like Triamcinolone acetonide, and prednisone, with one member noting symptoms resolved about a year after chemo. A recurring theme was the emotional toll of navigating these symptoms, with members encouraging each other to stay strong, communicate openly with doctors, and trust that relief is possible.

A MyLymphomaTeam Member

I had terrible rashes when I was going thru chemo. They lasted about a year. Saw a dermatologist and got a big jar of Triamcinolone acetonide cream which helped a lot. U NEVER THINK IT WILL GO AWAY but it does, i also took doses of prednisone and also Benadryl 25 mg helped a lot.

July 7
MyLymphomaTeam

First, feeling worried or paranoid about symptoms is completely understandable — it's a lot to deal with, and your concerns are valid. You're not imagining things!

Itching (called pruritus) is actually a well-known symptom of lymphoma. It can affect specific areas of the body or spread all over, including the arms, neck Show Full Answer

First, feeling worried or paranoid about symptoms is completely understandable — it's a lot to deal with, and your concerns are valid. You're not imagining things!

Itching (called pruritus) is actually a well-known symptom of lymphoma. It can affect specific areas of the body or spread all over, including the arms, neck, back, and scalp. Here's why it happens: the immune system releases chemicals to fight lymphoma cells, and those chemicals can irritate nearby nerves, causing that itchy feeling. It can also come with a burning sensation.

Some things that may make itching worse include:
- Heat
- Nighttime (it often flares up when trying to sleep)
- Alcohol consumption (especially with Hodgkin's lymphoma) While waiting for treatment to kick in (itching is often one of the first symptoms to improve with treatment), here are some tips to manage it:

- Avoid scratching
- Apply a cool compress
- Take an oatmeal bath
- Use fragrance-free soaps and products
- Wear soft, loose-fitting clothing
- Moisturize regularly

It's really important to mention this symptom to your care team, especially if bumps are developing alongside the itching, as they may want to investigate further.

June 1
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

I had rashes all over my body and took steroids for a while and steroid ointments . Eventually they resolve but u have to be patient and go to dermatologist if possible

June 5
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

My understanding is it can be . I too started with a similar symptom .

June 1
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

My husband takes an antihistamine for the itching. It works. He also had an allergic reaction during 1st round of chemo and he was given iv antihistamine then too.

July 5

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