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Solutions: Managing hand and foot issues

Overview

Hand-foot syndrome is a side effect of certain anticancer drugs. Hands and feet become red and irritated and begin to crack and peel. You may also experience swelling, numbing, tingling or redness. This syndrome can be quite painful and may prevent you from carrying out your daily activities. Hands can become so sore that driving, preparing food and dressing can be painful or nearly impossible.

 

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Example of Hand-Foot Syndrome

Grading of Hand-Foot Syndrome

Suggested Care:

The first step in managing Hand-Foot syndrome is a quality, highly emollient lotion for the hands and feet.  Finding a lotion that delivers enough moisture, yet is not greasy or "slimy" (like petroleum jelly) was a challenge in the past. Applying lotion several times throughout the day is important. 

 

In addition, it is important to switch to a gentle non-drying body wash.  Using a harsh soap to wash the rest of your body results in drying and damage to your hands.    It's important to avoid harsh, drying soaps - especially anti-bacterial soaps - and instead use gentle washes that do not strip your skin's natural oils. 

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In addition, it is best to:

  • Shower or bath in lukewarm water as hot water dries the skin

  • Pat dry after washing rather than rubbing the towel harshly against your skin

  • Stay hydrated and drink plenty of water

  • Reduce exposure to heat (washing dishes, etc.

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Suggested Product: 

A common side effect of some cancer treatments is a condition called Hand-Foot Syndrome.   Hands and feet become red and irritated and begin to crack and peel. Patients may also experience swelling, numbing, tingling or redness.

 

Highly emollient Lindi Soothing Balm was formulated to help manage intensely dry hands and feet.   With an abundance of avocado oil, Soothing Balm is especially beneficial to painful, cracked and peeling skin. It is best used while skin is still damp, but can be reapplied as often as needed. 

$27.50
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Suggested Regimen: 
Soothing Balm + Body Wash
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While the Soothing Balm is vital for soothing red, painful and cracked hands, it's also important to be sure that you are not doing damage to your compromised hands while washing the rest of your body.

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We suggest you replace all harsh, drying soaps with Lindi Skin's Body Wash.  This gentle cleanser actually moisturizes while it washes and leaves behind a thin veil of moisture.  

 

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$27.50 + $24.50

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Complete Care Suggestion

For severe cases of Hand Foot Syndrome, with acute pain and peeling... the Complete Regimen adds an additional element of soothing.  After applying the Soothing Balm and replacing any drying soaps with Lindi Skin Body Wash, the Lindi Skin Cooler Pad can be used for on-the-spot calming and soothing.   

 

This unique hydrogel dressing delivers added moisture along with aloe and green tea to manage inflammation and promote healing.  

 

$27.5 + $24.50 + $27.50
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NOTE: We strongly encourage you to talk with your health care professional about your specific medical condition and treatments. The information provided in this Web site about skin reactions and other medical conditions is meant to be helpful and educational, but is not a substitute for professional medical advice. 

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