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Has Anyone Gotten A Red Itchy Scalp From Pomalyst? I’ve Been Taking Pomalyst For 3 Days And Am Insanely Itchy. If So, How Long Did It Last?

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Fargo, ND
January 14
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Yes, I get an itchy scalp from Pomalyst. I take Pomalyst at 5 pm. I have to wash my hair a few hours later or I can sleep. I use a mild shampoo

July 12
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Itchy skin, including a red itchy scalp, can be a side effect of multiple myeloma treatments, including Pomalyst (pomalidomide). Here are some steps you can take:

- Consult Your Healthcare Team: It's important to talk to your oncology team or dermatologist to determine the best way to manage and find relief from itching
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Itchy skin, including a red itchy scalp, can be a side effect of multiple myeloma treatments, including Pomalyst (pomalidomide). Here are some steps you can take:

- Consult Your Healthcare Team: It's important to talk to your oncology team or dermatologist to determine the best way to manage and find relief from itching.
- Topical Steroid Creams: These can help delay or prevent skin changes that lead to itching. Use them short-term and in small areas to avoid side effects.
- Moisturizing: Keep your skin moisturized to prevent or reduce itching. Use fragrance-free moisturizers and apply them at least twice daily.
- Antihistamines: Over-the-counter antihistamines like Claritin or Benadryl may help manage itching.

For more details, you can visit the Pomalyst page on MyMyelomaTeam or consult your healthcare provider.

July 12
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Good idea. The itching finally settled down after a week. Yay!

January 21
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I get an itchy red scalp from taking Pom, usually after the 3rd day of starting a new cycle. What I now do is skip the 3rd or 4th day dose to let the rash settle down and that seems to help. I’m only missing 1 pill in the cycle which the doctor seems ok with.

January 21
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I always remember a nursing instructor I had. She told us that severe itching can be as bad as as severe pain. I believe her now. 😥

January 15

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