Patient Guide to Fluorouracil (Efudex) & Imiquimod Field Resurfacing
Dr. Sarah Jenkins, MDApril 5, 20266 min read
What to expect during prescription topical chemotherapy for widespread actinic damage.
Managing the Inflammatory Phase of Topical Chemotherapy
Topical 5-FU causes predictable redness, scaling, and inflammation as it destroys pre-cancerous cells while sparing normal skin.
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