Efudix Cream.

[smurfchops]

Further to my previous post. I have been using this on my cheek for two weeks now, the ‘freckle’ was the size of my little finger nail. The skin has now gone dark red, dry and quite hard but I can’t get the doctor to call me back and say how long I should keep using cream. I know He is busy but on Google it says the cream is a type of chemo so I don’t want to use for too long. In my magnifying mirror there are three slightly darker spots inside. Apparently it will eventually flake and fall off but at what point do I stop the cream? Thanks all.

[davebro]

I am currently using Efudix on my forehead & lower leg. It makes things much worse before they start to get better!. The recommended duration of treatment is a minimum of 4 weeks but may be continued a little longer if necessary.
There is a very informative leaflet I was given by the dermatologist. Previously I have abandoned the treatment because it is so invasive but I now realise you need to keep on with it.

[davebro]

PS - the cream may work on areas that didn't show signs of abnormality (and make them inflamed) due to the presence of cancer cells which had not become noticeable.

[smurfchops]

Thanks Davebro. At what point will l know when to stop using it? I can’t see doctor again till July, fully booked .. Been two weeks since I started using cream.

[smurfchops]

What I mean is, what condition will my skin have to be in, so I know when to stop using the cream?

[davebro]

sorry - I didn't see you replies. In the 4th week you should see signs that the skin is healing & getting back to "normal". It will remain red for quite a while after stopping treatment.