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My dermatologist today prescribed Efudex 5% which I am to start in 2 weeks; he made very light of the side effects. After reading this I am not sure that I want to put myself through this as I have Connective Tissue Disease.
- Managing Efudex Redness, Burning, & Pain | SkinCancer.net
If you have seen photos of patients in the throes of Efudex...
- The Long List of the Potential Side Effects of Efudex - SkinCancer.net
In addition, some of the listed side effects pop up, run a...
- Managing Efudex Redness, Burning, & Pain | SkinCancer.net
If you have seen photos of patients in the throes of Efudex treatment or watched videos of patients as they describe the pain and frustration of coping with side effects, you may find it difficult to believe that stopping treatment would be worse--it is. It is so much worse.
In addition, some of the listed side effects pop up, run a quick course, and dissipate as rapidly as they appear. Some users apply the cream as directed, enter the healing phase, and never experience any adverse side effects. Redness, itching, burning; Metallic taste (varying in intensity) Sores inside the mouth
The cause can be the 5-FU itself, a preservative (eg parabens) or an excipient in the cream (stearyl alcohol, propylene glycol). Secondary infection (impetiginisation) can occur due to bacteria penetrating eroded skin. The following complications may follow fluorouracil cream treatment: Persistent white marks or scarring
7 Σεπ 2023 · Learn about the side effects of Efudex (fluorouracil), from common to rare, for consumers and healthcare professionals.
27 Αυγ 2024 · Efudex is a topical chemotherapy treatment for basal cell carcinoma. It works by stopping cells from developing and is effective, especially when combined with surgical lesion removal. Common side effects include skin rash and irritation. Less frequently, more severe side effects can occur.
20 Αυγ 2024 · Efudex may cause serious side effects. Stop using Efudex and call your doctor at once if you have: severe pain or swelling of treated skin; severe itching, burning, or irritation; new or worsening skin sores; fever, chills; or. severe stomach pain, bloody diarrhea, vomiting.
