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Itching is a common symptom of lymphoma, often caused by your immune system releasing chemicals that irritate the skin. For many people, itching does improve once treatment begins or ends. However, it Show Full Answer
Good morning! You're raising a really important point, and you're not entirely wrong — but there's a bit more to the story.
Itching is a common symptom of lymphoma, often caused by your immune system releasing chemicals that irritate the skin. For many people, itching does improve once treatment begins or ends. However, it doesn't always disappear immediately after radiation finishes. Ringing the bell is a wonderful milestone, but finishing treatment doesn't always mean every symptom vanishes right away. Some side effects, including itching, can linger for a while after treatment ends.
Here are some things that may help manage itching in the meantime:
- Avoid scratching
- Keep skin moisturized
- Use fragrance-free soap and deodorant
- Try a cool compress or oatmeal bath
- Wear soft, loose-fitting clothing
It's really important to let your care team know that the itching is continuing. They may be able to recommend additional treatments to help relieve it.
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