Red Hands or Feet (Palmar-Plantar Syndrome)
This may be a side effect of certain chemotherapy treatments and requires specific action to be taken.
Grade 1 (Green)
None
Advice
Nil applicable
Grade 2 (Amber)
Numbness, tingling, erythema or swelling of hands and/or feet (with or without pain).
Advice
Contact the Acute Oncology Helpline immediately:
(Mon-Fri 9-5): 07831 147653
Out of hours: 0208 672 1255 ask for the oncology out of hours service
Grade 3 (Red)
Moist desquamation, ulceration, blistering and severe pain.
Advice
Contact the Acute Oncology Helpline immediately:
(Mon-Fri 9-5): 07831 147653
Out of hours: 0208 672 1255 ask for the oncology out of hours service
