Reducing skin side effects from head and neck radiation
Part of Cancer, Skin clinical trials.
This study tests whether adding special creams or skincare routines can reduce skin irritation for people with head and neck cancer who are receiving a specific type of radiation called Tomotherapy.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You have been newly diagnosed with head or neck cancer, confirmed by a biopsy.
- You are scheduled to receive radiation therapy using a machine called Tomotherapy.
- You have not had radiation to your head or neck before.
- You do not have any current skin disease (like psoriasis, eczema, or an active rash).
- You are not allergic to any of the study creams or products.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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