Herbal cream may soothe radiation burns in breast cancer patients
NCT ID NCT04650256
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is testing a Chinese herbal cream (with 1% menthol) to see if it can temporarily relieve pain and itching on the chest after breast cancer radiotherapy. Forty women who have had a mastectomy and will receive radiation are being recruited. The cream is applied twice daily to the treated skin area.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Chinese herbal cream with 1% menthol
What this could lead to
If it works, this cream could offer a simple, over-the-counter option to reduce skin pain and itching after radiotherapy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The cream is meant for temporary relief, not a cure.
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University of Miami
RECRUITINGMiami, Florida, 33136, United States
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