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Hand and Foot Syndrome (Palmar-Plantar Erythrodysesthesia)

Categories

Cancer

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Last Update

February 1, 2024

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.pdf

Print Code

NSHCCP-4062

Language

English

Creator

Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program

Hand and Foot Syndrome is a side-effect of some chemotherapy treatments that affects the skin on your hands and the bottom of your feet. This pamphlet explains the symptoms of this syndrome and how to manage them. A list of symptoms that need the attention of your cancer care team is given.

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