After reading the FAQs really wanted some clarification about using/not using anything on top of the Efudex like makeup. Candace was extremely helpful. I love it when someone says “they’re not available, but can I try to help you?” She basically said the makeup issue is one of pain. If it isn’t painful to apply something on top, it’s generally considered OK. She point blank assured me it would not decrease the efficacy. That was the biggee.
Diagnosed with pre-skin cancers and especially with my mom's skin cancer history (most recently 2 Mohs surgeries on her face) and my sun-rich lifestyle, my dermatologist recommended a round of skin chemotheraphy with the drug Efudex5%. Pictures she showed of other patients were intentionally startling. Forewarned is forearmed is the train of thought! No way to predict my reaction to the drug, but hope is it won’t be too severe. Treatment consists of applying 2xdaily for 3 weeks.
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