How do people describe hand-foot syndrome?
Most of the time, the earliest symptoms of hand-foot syndrome are tingling and numbness with slight redness. Tingling and redness in the hands and/or feet can occur at any time while on chemotherapy. It can be expected with some drugs, too. Do not stop taking medication unless you receive other instructions from your doctor. Tell your healthcare provider know that you are experiencing these symptoms. If the redness continues, the hands and/or feet become red and swollen, or you have any discomfort contact your healthcare provider immediately. Other more severe symptoms described are dryness, cracking, flaking, and small blisters or sores on the palms of the hands and/or soles of the feet. Hand-foot syndrome can be uncomfortable and interfere with your ability to do normal daily activities.
