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Members responding to a question about immunotherapy side effects overwhelmingly confirmed experiencing dry skin, itching, scaliness, and hair... Read more

Members responding to a question about immunotherapy side effects overwhelmingly confirmed experiencing dry skin, itching, scaliness, and hair changes, with many noting that symptoms were worst on their legs, ankles, hands, feet, and scalp. Several members shared treatments that helped them manage these issues, including prescription steroid creams like Betamethasone and triamcinolone, moisturizers with 20% urea for severe dryness, and over-the-counter options like CeraVe, Sarna, and coconut oil, though effectiveness varied from person to person. A recurring theme was that itching often worsened right before or after Keytruda infusions and could linger for weeks even after treatment stopped, with some members finding relief through short courses of oral steroids and hopeful anticipation of dermatology consultations.