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    • September 13, 2012 at 11:29 pm
    Dgentz
    Participant
      I have been on Zelboraf since July and am at full dose (8 pills/day). My side effects have varied: hair loss, fatigue, taste changes, headaches, sun sensitivity, joint pain, flu (fevers, chills, etc), intestinal issues, etc. Most come and go; some days better than others.

      The one that seems to be getting worse is the “chicken skin”, especially on my face. I’m so bumpy and it’s getting me down. Anyone find anything to help this side effect?

      I have a scan Oct 1 to see how well it’s working, so fingers crossed all of these side effects are worthwhile ! 😉

      I have been on Zelboraf since July and am at full dose (8 pills/day). My side effects have varied: hair loss, fatigue, taste changes, headaches, sun sensitivity, joint pain, flu (fevers, chills, etc), intestinal issues, etc. Most come and go; some days better than others.

      The one that seems to be getting worse is the “chicken skin”, especially on my face. I’m so bumpy and it’s getting me down. Anyone find anything to help this side effect?

      I have a scan Oct 1 to see how well it’s working, so fingers crossed all of these side effects are worthwhile ! 😉

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        • September 14, 2012 at 12:37 pm
        awillett1991
        Participant
          There is a lotion you can try, my derm said some people have good luck with it. It has 12% Lactic acid (Amlactin or Target has a generic) and it what I use to help control the build up of keratin on my feet. NOT on the face though, too strong. I use vaseline only on my face. I never had the bumps on my face too bad, just everywhere else. It has lessened over time but still there.
          • September 14, 2012 at 12:37 pm
          awillett1991
          Participant
            There is a lotion you can try, my derm said some people have good luck with it. It has 12% Lactic acid (Amlactin or Target has a generic) and it what I use to help control the build up of keratin on my feet. NOT on the face though, too strong. I use vaseline only on my face. I never had the bumps on my face too bad, just everywhere else. It has lessened over time but still there.
            • September 14, 2012 at 12:37 pm
            awillett1991
            Participant
              There is a lotion you can try, my derm said some people have good luck with it. It has 12% Lactic acid (Amlactin or Target has a generic) and it what I use to help control the build up of keratin on my feet. NOT on the face though, too strong. I use vaseline only on my face. I never had the bumps on my face too bad, just everywhere else. It has lessened over time but still there.
              • September 15, 2012 at 8:41 pm
              Kellie-T
              Participant

                I had a similar reaction when I started at 8 pills back in February. It was reduced to six per day. Here is what I use:

                 

                Moisturizing Cream  with ceramides and hyaluronic acit (OTC)

                Tretinion .05% gel (low dose prescription for acne)

                I just posted a recent profile picture as of today. The above has worked wonders for my skin. Wish you all the best.

                 

                Kellie

                • September 15, 2012 at 8:41 pm
                Kellie-T
                Participant

                  I had a similar reaction when I started at 8 pills back in February. It was reduced to six per day. Here is what I use:

                   

                  Moisturizing Cream  with ceramides and hyaluronic acit (OTC)

                  Tretinion .05% gel (low dose prescription for acne)

                  I just posted a recent profile picture as of today. The above has worked wonders for my skin. Wish you all the best.

                   

                  Kellie

                  • September 15, 2012 at 8:41 pm
                  Kellie-T
                  Participant

                    I had a similar reaction when I started at 8 pills back in February. It was reduced to six per day. Here is what I use:

                     

                    Moisturizing Cream  with ceramides and hyaluronic acit (OTC)

                    Tretinion .05% gel (low dose prescription for acne)

                    I just posted a recent profile picture as of today. The above has worked wonders for my skin. Wish you all the best.

                     

                    Kellie

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