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mts · 04-12-2007, 07:35 AM

I beleive you will find the rash/Herceptin subject quite common as you do a search on this website. I too got a rash after I discontinued Herceptin in July 2006. I still have the rash. Comes and goes. So far, I too have tried EVERYTHING. The only thing that stops the itch is rubbing an ice cube over the itchy areas for about 5 minutes until the area is numb. What a relief!
Even if I bruise, wherever the bruise is, I get a rash directly on top of the bruise! My arms looked like I was attacked by fire ants. The inside of my elbows were crusty. Went to dermatologist because onc could not figure out way to treat it. Nothing worked.
Little by little, the rash goes away to nothing only to have it return in a flash. I will say it has gotten better in the last few weaks and I can finally wear sleeveless blouses. Keep ice in the freezer. It really helps!

Maria (MTS)

04-12-2007, 07:35 AM	#2
mts Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Central Florida Posts: 503	I beleive you will find the rash/Herceptin subject quite common as you do a search on this website. I too got a rash after I discontinued Herceptin in July 2006. I still have the rash. Comes and goes. So far, I too have tried EVERYTHING. The only thing that stops the itch is rubbing an ice cube over the itchy areas for about 5 minutes until the area is numb. What a relief! Even if I bruise, wherever the bruise is, I get a rash directly on top of the bruise! My arms looked like I was attacked by fire ants. The inside of my elbows were crusty. Went to dermatologist because onc could not figure out way to treat it. Nothing worked. Little by little, the rash goes away to nothing only to have it return in a flash. I will say it has gotten better in the last few weaks and I can finally wear sleeveless blouses. Keep ice in the freezer. It really helps! Maria (MTS)