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Transplant recipients have an elevated risk of skin problems after transplant that require ongoing surveillance, early detection, and prompt treatment. This presentation describes some of the potential skin problems after transplant, and how to maintain good skin health long-term.
Bone marrow/stem cell transplant survivors can experience a number of skin problems after transplant. Monitoring yourself for skin abnormalities and seeking prompt treatment from a dermatologist can help relieve symptoms and prevent serious problems.
A variety of skin problems are common after a bone marrow or stem cell transplant including infections, rashes, hair loss, lesions and skin cancer. This video discusses both malignant and non-malignant skin problems, who is at risk for developing these problems, recommended skin care after transplant, and testing to prevent or diagnose skin problems early.