Patient-reported symptoms of radiation dermatitis during breast cancer radiotherapy: a pilot study

ConclusionsMost of the breast cancer patients experience multiple symptoms associated with radiation dermatitis. Hyperpigmentation was the most common and uncomfortable symptom followed by erythema. Majority of patients wanted management for radiation dermatitis and patients who experienced dryness, burning feelings, irritation, roughness, and hyperpigmentation had higher needs for radiation dermatitis management. (Source: Quality of Life Research)

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