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I'm in the middle of radiation treatments after breast cancer diagnosis. I want to get a massage and I've been told not to put any sorts of creams or deodorants on the chest and armpit area. can I still get a massage using oils and these kind of products ?
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Please follow the instructions given by the treating Radiation Oncologist.
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