[Becky]

I think I was more tired at the end of the 6 weeks but it was nothing compared to chemo. Also, I was one of the unlucky ones who did burn but not grossly so but I did get blisters that popped then scabbed. This is not the most common burning as most is "sunburned" red look. I was alittle over the top.

I did use the biofine cream in the same way as Hopeful. I guess I just have more sensitive skin even though I am not one to sunburn badly (but maybe I am as I am a diligent suntan lotion user when going out in the sun). Oh well.

Your sister won't find rads as tiring and problematic as chemo even if she burns like I did. The burning (if it is bad) happens near the end. Then its over and it heals up nicely.

Also, she should make sure that after showering or bathing that the breasts are really dry (especially the underneath part). I would lay on my bed belly down and let my breasts dangle over the edge so they would dry underneath (only takes a few minutes) and then put the cream on. She should also just pat them dry with a towel and not rub.