Miaderm Radiation ReliefLotion

Initially the price of this cream, at $30+ and adding in tax and shipping, bothered me a lot. I have never paid this kind of money for a cream. But then, I have never had breast cancer before either. My skin is very sensitive; I have already had severe reactions through the biopsy and lumpectomy phases. The doctor gave me a sample of Miaderm, and I was pretty much won over. I tried other lotions during the initial radiation treatments, but I prefer this one for these reasons:1. It is incredibly gentle and soothing;2. I have had no skin reaction to it;3. It blends in quickly and leaves no residual;4. It does calm down the itching; and5. The fragrance is very mild.I began using Miaderm consistently on December 13 and finished 21 radiation treatments on December 17. My doctor says that the brunt of the skin reaction can occur within the next two weeks but may even happen up to a month. So, I am continuing to use Miaderm a couple of times a day for the next month. Also, I have secondary radiation burning under my arm and on my chest, and am using 100% aloe vera on these areas. That will give me a way to compare.Sometimes, you really do get what you pay for. I will be updating this review in approximately a month.December 25, 2014 update: I saw a nurse a few days ago because of skin breakage. On those areas, I am to use nothing. On areas where the skin is not broken, she said to use either the Miaderm or the 100% aloe vera. The experiment continues.January 12, 2015 update: My surgeon is pleased with the progress and wants me to continue using lotions to keep the skin from drying out or disintegrating. Some scabbing has occurred due to skin breakage from the radiation. Redness is still very apparent but noticeably reduced from December 17, my last treatment. Time will tell how much more the color will fade. Frankly, I cannot really see a difference in redness reduction between the areas where I applied 100% aloe vera versus the Miaderm. However, I note that the Miaderm absorbs more quickly and dries faster.September 2016 update: I'm updating my rating from four to five stars because I had one remaining place that continually scabbed over for almost two years and would not heal. It finally occurred to me to resume using the Miaderm on the spot to see whether it would help it heal. It has, although the process has been slow. I started using the Miaderm daily on the spot, and within two weeks the skin finally quit scabbing without healing. Since then, while the area is red, that is fading slowly, but more important, now there is healed skin there versus it being raw. Every body is different, and I see from the reviews that some people believe this product is worthless. My opinion is that if I ever have to have radiation again [God forbid] this is the first thing that I am going to purchase.

I started using this cream a week before radiation, three times a day and increased to four times a day during the four and a half week treatment for breast cancer, and for two weeks after, two to thee times a day. I also kept a small container with me at work and if I felt any irritation at all, I immediately put some on, which reduced the sense of burning. I had very minimal redness, which disappeared in two to three weeks, no blistering, and barely any discomfort. My radiation oncologist was very pleased, and a little surprised since my skin is fair and tends to burn in the sun. In fact, the area that was the worst was at the top of my breast where I had previously had sunburns. I used four tubes over the six weeks I used this cream, putting it on generously--and i do have large breasts. I loved the smell of it, and the feel of it. My friend, who has to opt for a less expensive cream had a much more severe burn, and so I gifted her with a tube, which she said helped with the discomfort and prevented further damage. I wish I had given her more at the beginning of her treatment, but I didn't realize she couldn't afford it and that she would have negative effects from not using it.Also, my husband used it when he had radiation to his chest and he never burned or had discomfort. I think this is an amazing product and i am so glad I used it. Great smell, terrific feel, and wonderful results!

Bought this awhile ago for my husband while he underwent radiation. Used as directed and he never his skin stayed perfect. I liked it so much that I now use it as a total body moisturizer for his aging skin. Rather expensive but it keeps the skin hydrated and baby soft.

This product was highly recommended by my oncoligist, and countless product review sites. I’ve been using Miaderm because I’m currently receiving radiation therapy.Four ounces doesn’t seem like a lot, but a small amount goes a long way. To make it cost effective, I add calendula gel. It is also recommended by my oncologist and consumer reviews.Because it contains lidocaine, this cream is soothing. It moisturizes my skin, makes it feel smooth, and soft. I apply it twice a day instead of the recommended one time.The one drawback is the shipping charge, which is almost $8, including with Amazon. But, no matter where you try to buy it, you won’t get away without paying for shipping. Now that I’ve started using it, I have no objection to the charge.

Six years ago when I had a partial mascectomy and my first bout of radiation. I was unaware I would get a burn until I actually started to. Dumb maybe but no one mentioned it and I apparently didn't ask the right questions. So my skin was already irritated when the doctors and techs mentioned some other creams and gels. None work for me. I nearly didn't complete radiation and wasn't sure if would subject myself to radiation again.However six years later and I'm back for the other side. Another partial and radiation. The good news is now I have a matching set. But this time I did my homework beforehand. I looked for patient testimonials and this had pretty good recommendations. So I started using it before radiation started and I was happy with the results . There was still a slight burn but nothing like the first time. Plus it wasn't messy and had a pleasant smell. It might be because I used it from the beginning but I don't think so. I think it's a better productPS This has nothing to do with the product but halfway through radiation I heard a doctor tell another patient to remember to try to drink a gallon of water and day while in rad. Seriously? First I'd heard of it. But it's true. Though if I drank a gallon a day I'd never leave the bathroom. Do the best you can and good luck!