Stopping Effudex
Hello it was recommended by my Dr to use Effudex on my forehead and left side of my nose for 2 weeks. On day 9 my entire face , eyes and cheeks swelled up . My right eye is black and blue and left eye as well as upper cheeks are very swollen as well.
I was told to stop and then start again in 3 days to see if swelling comes back. I totally uncomfortable with this and I don’t want to continue. My concern is that the abrasions that have come out on my face will stay as they are because the course has not been followed through.
That's so awful for you. I have never used Efudex on my face but from my experience of that torture cream I only ever treat these things one lesion at a time. These doctors who recommend putting it all over your face have obviously never experienced the pain and anguish that goes with this stuff! The swelling and redness will go in time. Would it be worth finding out if there is an alternative treatment at least for your nose?
I'm so sorry to hear your experience with Efudex! Unfortunately, this treatment can be very brutal and many of our community members have had similar experiences to you. I know your doctor recommended you start again, but have you talked to them about other treatment options? Or, perhaps, have you thought about getting a second opinion? You know your body best and if your reaction to Efudex was this painful, it is certainly worth exploring all options. Please keep me posted on how you're doing! -Alexa (SkinCancer.net moderator)
