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Radiation dermatitis (adjunct)

The Pommier-era calendula ointment trial is why this plant is on the page. It is adjunctive skin care, not a reason to skip the radiation oncology skin sheet. Aloe inner gel is mixed for this indication. Skip oil-based DIY in the beam path unless the team says otherwise. Moist desquamation is wound care, not more cream from a forum.

Primary plants

  1. Calendula (Calendula officinalis)
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    CalendulaHuman data

    Calendula officinalis

    Flower ointment: human radiation-dermatitis trial file (adjunct skin care). Asteraceae.

    Typical. Ointment to intact-enough irradiated skin as studied/labeled, coordinated with the radiation team.

    Safety. Asteraceae allergy. Do not freelance products with metals/essential oils in the field.

Supportive plants2
  • Aloe (Aloe vera)
    AloeStrong traditional
    Aloe vera

    Inner gel is often used; radiation-dermatitis data are mixed. Latex is the wrong object.

    Typical. Inner gel only, if the team allows a gel in the field.

    Safety. Latex internally is a laxative. Allergy.

  • Oat (Avena sativa)
    OatHuman data
    Avena sativa

    Colloidal oatmeal as emollient comfort outside restrictions.

    Typical. Cream as labeled if allowed.

    Safety. Sting on moist desquamation.

When this is not enough

  • Moist desquamation, suspected infection in the field, neutropenia, a product the radiation team has not cleared

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