I was told to not apply anything to my neck within 4(or 6) hours prior to my radiation time. They mentioned creams and some lotions could interfere with the radiation if i remember correctly. That could be the reason the techs were unhappy. Im not sure which doc recommended the new options but I'd make sure your radiation oncologist (vs a medical oncologist) is on board with it.

Last edited by AndrewL; 05-14-2013 04:26 PM.

Andrew
age 25

early 10/12 - enlarged lymph node area
01/13 SCC of L tonsil, L BOT, 2 L lymph nodes
stage IVa, T2N2bM0, HPV+

2/13 2 doses cisplatin big bag, 2 doses weekly cisplatin + 35x IMRT
4/13 TX finished
7/13 PET/CT - NED!