D. Other Side Effects
D.6. Acral erythema
Acral erythema is a side effect of
chemotherapy that can occur days to months after a patient begins treatment.
Its symptoms include reddening, swelling, and desquamation of the skin, often
of the palms and soles. Acral erythema has been reported in patients with
prolonged treatment of cytotoxic anticancer drugs. Usually its symptoms can disappear
within weeks after discontinuation of the offending drug.
© Jiajiu Shaw, 2020
Disclaimer: This blog is written solely for informational purposes. It does not constitute the practice of any medical, nursing or other medical professional health care advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All contents posted are extracted from the book, "SIDE EFFECTS OF CHEMOTHERAPY AND RADIOTHERAPY", prepared by Dr. Jiajiu Shaw, Dr. Frederick Valeriote, and Dr. Ben Chen.
