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Alhydran - Hydrating cream for radiotherapy after-care
ALHYDRAN is a medical hydrating cream. It ensures optimal, long-lasting hydration and prevents moisture loss. Ideal for treatment of disrupted skin barrier.
The skin has to endure a lot of punishment during and after radiotherapy. During the treatment, the irradiated skin gradually becomes more damaged, causing skin reactions and ultimately unpleasant symptoms. ALHYDRAN cares for this damaged skin.
Skin problems caused by radiation
During the course of radiation sessions the skin is damaged and skin problems (radiation dermatitis) can occur at the radiation site:
- Redness
- Itching
- Dry skin (flaking)
- Burning sensation
- Blisters and wounds may appear
During and after the radiation period ALHYDRAN plays a useful role in treating the delicate irradiated skin. Using a hydrating cream has clinical benefits in the treatment of skin problems.
What is Radiotherapy (radiation)?
Radiotherapy (radiation) is a method of treating cancer with radiation. During radiotherapy, cancer cells are damaged in such a way that they cannot recover and die.
Surrounding skin cells that are also irradiated will also be damaged but they generally repair themselves better. If the skin starts repairing itself, that is a sign that it has been damaged. There will often be other symptoms as well, such as redness, itching and dry skin.
Radiation dermatitis
During the course of radiation sessions the skin is damaged and skin problems (radiation dermatitis) can occur at the radiation site. Initially there will be redness, later on the skin often becomes dry and starts itching and flaking, and a burning sensation develops. Ultimately, blisters and wounds may appear.
Mild skin reactions such as redness, itching and a burning sensation usually appear around two weeks after the first radiation. People with sensitive skin may experience these symptoms earlier. After that the skin reactions will gradually worsen and become more problematic.
Skin reactions and problems generally disappear within four to six weeks after completion of the course of radiotherapy, even if the skin has opened. The dark-red or brown skin discolouration gradually fades, although sometimes leaving the skin a little darker.
Severity of skin problems
To identify the severity of skin problems after radiation, a grading system has been devised. The higher the grade (0-4) the more severe the skin damage.
- Grade 0 : No reaction of the skin.
- Grade 1 : The skin becomes dry and red, may feel painful and starts to itch.
- Grade 2 : The skin reaction worsens, and redness and pain increase. Blisters appear. The skin itches more and opens in places.
- Grade 3 : More blisters and wounds appear. The wound weeps a lot.
How Does ALHYDRAN Help in Breast Cancer Surgery Recovery?
ALHYDRAN is great for helping scars heal and keeping skin healthy after breast cancer surgery. It uses fresh Aloe Vera and high-quality skin oils to keep the skin hydrated and speed up recovery. Many people who have had surgeries like bilateral DIEP breast reconstruction find ALHYDRAN helps reduce pain, itching, and redness, and makes scars look better.
Read more about Suzie's breast cancer story.
After-care for damaged skin
ALHYDRAN helps damaged skin during and after radiotherapy. It keeps the skin moist, reduces symptoms, and helps it heal faster. It's a hydrating cream made from natural stuff, without added smells or metals like zinc. It's easy and nice to use, spreads easily on sensitive skin, and gets absorbed quickly. You don't need to clean your skin extra during radiation sessions.
ALHYDRAN relieves pain, itching and redness fast, making treatment much easier. Please read this blog, for tips on skincare after radiation therapy.
Radiation (Aftercare)
- The skin is less painful and red | Rapid skin improvement
- No pain from the burn | Reduces itching symptoms
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How to use
- Apply a thin, even layer of cream
- Use it 3 times a day (and when skin complaints increase)
- ALHYDRAN may be used without limitation (for years, if required).
Ingredients
ALHYDRAN combines the strength of:
- Freshly processed, pure aloe vera gel (Aruban Aloe barbadensis)
- High-quality oils and ingredients such as jojoba oil, vitamin E and vitamin C.
- Paraben, hormone- and fragrance-free ingredients which are hypoallergenic.
