Discussions tagged “SkinCancer”

I was recently prescribed Bexarotene 75mg Capsules for my cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL). I've started taking it, and I'm curious to hear from others who have experienced Bexarotene. I'm interested in knowing what side effects to expect, if they're manageable, and how the drug has worked for you. I know it can have some severe side effects, so I'm hoping to hear from people who have dealt with them. I also want to understand how it has impacted your overall quality of life. What should I expect as far as my skin condition improving? I have a lot of questions and hope to find some answers here.

I've been diagnosed with Cutaneous T-cell Lymphoma (CTCL) and my doctor prescribed Targretin 1% Gel 60gm. I've read the leaflet and know about the side effects but I'm curious about real-life experiences. How effective is it? What side effects did you experience? How long did it take to see results? Any tips on application or managing side effects would be greatly appreciated. I'm hoping to hear from anyone who has used this treatment. Thank you!

So, I started taking Erivedge 150mg Capsules last month to treat my metastatic basal cell carcinoma. I have read the common side effects that others have reported but would like to hear from others who have used it. Has anyone else experienced some of the rarer side effects? I've heard that muscle problems can be severe. Are there any tips to manage these? Also, are there any tips to manage hair loss while taking this medication? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.