Brain radiation - discharge Radiation - brain - discharge What
to Expect When You're Home When you have radiation treatment for
cancer, your body goes through some changes. Two weeks after
radiation treatment starts, you might have changes in your skin.
Your skin and mouth may turn red, your skin might start to peel
or get dark, or your skin may itch. Most of these symptoms will
go away after your treatments have stopped. Your hair will begin
to fall out about 2 weeks after radiation treatment starts. It
may not grow back. Skin and Hair Care Do not remove the colored
markings on your skin. These show where to aim the radiation. If
they come off, do not redraw them. Tell your doctor if they come
off. - For the first 2 weeks of treatment, wash your hair once a
week with a gentle shampoo. - After 2 weeks, use only warm water
on your hair and scalp -- without shampoo. - Dry gently with a
towel. - Do not use a hair dryer. If you wear a wig or toupee: -
Be sure the lining does not bother your scalp. - Wear it only