Breast cancer radiation: Can it cause dry skin?

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Can breast cancer radiation cause dry skin? I received radiation for breast cancer five years ago, and I still have itching and burning at the radiation site. Can you offer any suggestions for relief? Melissa / Louisiana see response Mayo Clinic breast-health specialist Sandhya Pruthi, M.D., and colleagues answer select questions from readers.

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