Re: dry skin, muscle soreness

February 22, 2006

Hi Nick,

I understand what you mean about dry skin, especially during the

winter. I know you said you don't want to take a " bath in lotion "

(and I'm not sure if this would be considered " bathing " ) but I find if

I put on lotion right after I shower, when I'm still damp (not

completely dry), it takes care of the dry skin completely. I wouldn't

say that I " bathe " in the stuff, just regular use, every morning after

the shower and it's really made a difference. There are lotions out

there that have no smell to them which you may want to consider if

you're worried about smelling like a girl

Unfortunately I have no suggestions for the muscle soreness other than

to say that it is a recognized side effect from the Gleevec.

Good luck with the surgery,

Take care,

Tracey

February 22, 2006

Hi Nick!

There is a great body wash that you can use in the shower

called " Aveeno " skin relief body wash. It has special oatmeal

moisturizers for dry, itchy skin. It's a bit on the pricey side, but

it works.

Lynn

>

> I haven't posted for quite a while. I celebrated 3 year anniversary

> since diagnosis last month (Jan). I am currently on 600 Mg Gleevec.

> Last PCR was 0.020 A Couple of side effects I have been bothered

with

> lately are very dry skin and soreness in quadriceps muscles. What do

> you suggest for dry skin? I hate to take a bath in lotion. The

muscle

> soreness is there whether I am active or not. I'll be having throat

> surgery soon on my vocal chords. My onc says to go off Gleevec for a

> few days around the time of surgery. Best wishes to all of you.

Nick

>

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