It’s hard to effectively relate the sharp up and downs of this journey. Maggie is doing better… again. The Dr. has prescribed a lower dose of prednisone (20mg but only one time per day) to help with the Vectibix/Erbitux induced skin issues. We’ve gone on a testing spree to find anything that might help with the dry skin. I think we found the gold.
It’s called Cosmedicine Hydra Healer, a maximum strength moisture cream that costs a whopping $75 for one freakin’ ounce. But Maggie said she can tell a substantial difference in the way her face feels. And that’s a good enough reason for me. Along with that she washes her hair and chest with Head and Shoulders, per a nurse’s recommendation, being super careful not to scratch her already wounded skin. And, for the facial itching we are alternating between regular old Benadryl (at night) and Claritin. Both are anti-histamines. Less histamines is good since the histamines are where the itching comes from.
Last night Maggie and a few of the other girls tried to use wine as an anti-histamine. It certainly blocked the itching for a while….
So onward we trek through the unknowns, gaining coping skills as we travel. I’m glad that we can share them with you, just in case someone you know ever needs this information.
If it would help at all, I’ll bet a bunch of us would happily contribute to buy the Cosmedicine Hydra Healer company for Maggie’s. I know I’m not alone in not wanting her to be without that for even a second when she needs it!!
Love, hugs, and many prayers all the time –
Ooops! Left out a word above. Should read …. “for Maggie’s sake.”
I’m a big fan of corn starch for irritated skin. It does not dry out like most lotions. Your clothing will not stick to it, it showers right off, it’s wicked cheap and its list of ingredients is “corn starch”.
Hold Fast, It has helped me.
Don MacLeod
Glad to hear you’re finding something that gives some relief. Hang in there. We’re all sending prayers and lots of love.
I’m glad to hear Maggie is feeling better. I found one of many websites that market the cream. It must be a price fix because they all have agreed to charge $75. If anyone wants to order a unit and send it to Maggie, here’s the website.
http://beauty.hsn.com/cosmedicine-hydra-healer-maximum-strength-moisture-cream_p-3583988_xp.aspx
If you don’t have Maggie’s address, contact me and I’ll work out the arrangement. mvalente@austin.rr.com
Hugs and Kisses, Maggie…..
Love,
…stay strong, my thoughts are with you both.