Care for Cancer Patients undergoing radiation therapy

Patients may experience one or more of the following:

• Skin discoloration (pink, red, or bronze), which may darken with continued treatment.
• Swelling or puffiness.
• Dry, tight, itchy, or flaky skin.
• Blistering, which may lead to open sores.
• Rash or signs of infection in sun-exposed areas.
• Hair loss in the treated area, often regrowing after 3-6 months post-treatment.

Skin reactions typically peak two weeks after the final treatment session and may take several weeks to heal.