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Re: Rosacea
Hi, If you're not happy with the response you're getting from your GP, I suggest you seek a second opinion from another (more sympathetic) one. If, as you believe, you are suffering from rosacea there should be a GP at your surgery who is able to diagnose and treat it. As you clearly find your skin ...
- Wed Sep 14, 2016 3:58 pm
- Forum: Rosacea
- Topic: Self-care to improve rosacea
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1781
Re: Self-care to improve rosacea
Hi, I think prevention is better than cure - so my top tip is to identify and avoid your triggers. The easiest way to do this is to keep a diary of potential triggers e.g. food eaten, alcohol intake, weather conditions, emotional stresses, toiletries/cosmetics used, for 2-4 weeks and then check to s...
- Tue Sep 13, 2016 7:40 pm
- Forum: Other Skin Conditions
- Topic: Swollen skin around eyes
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3394
Re: Swollen skin around eyes
Hi, This sounds like it could be eczema on your eyelids. I used to suffer from this - it also used to affect inside my ears - so I know how sore and itchy it can be - and how it can affect your appearance. You could settle it down with a tiny amount of hydrocortisone 1% cream applied to the eyelids,...
- Sun Sep 11, 2016 7:52 pm
- Forum: Acne
- Topic: 50+ years of age and still getting spots
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4071
Re: 50+ years of age and still getting spots
Hi, The spots you're getting could well be linked to an increased sensitivity to the androgens (male hormones) in your body, resulting in excessive production of sebum (oil) in your skin. Excess sebum clogs the pores, which encourages bacterial growth and inflammation, resulting in spots. With regar...
- Sat Sep 10, 2016 8:42 pm
- Forum: Eczema & Dry Skin
- Topic: contact dematitis/allergy in toddler?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1680
Re: contact dematitis/allergy in toddler?
Hi Maxine, As your son is under five and you also suffer from eczema, it's likely he is suffering from atopic eczema - as this is inherited and is commonest in childhood. Atopic eczema can appear anywhere on the body - including the face. If it is atopic eczema your son may be sensitive to allergens...
- Thu Sep 08, 2016 9:33 pm
- Forum: Eczema & Dry Skin
- Topic: dyshidrotic eczema
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1944
Re: dyshidrotic eczema
Hi It sounds as though you're doing all you can to prevent and treat your dyshidrotic eczema (also known as pompholyx) but to no avail. I know how itchy and sore it can be, because I suffered from it myself a few years ago. Given that applying hydrocortisone cream and Epaderm and wearing gloves isn'...
- Mon Sep 05, 2016 6:38 pm
- Forum: Acne
- Topic: Open comedones (Blackheads)
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3362
Re: Open comedones (Blackheads)
Hi, I think it would be worth visiting your GP again as blackhead treatments have certainly moved on! There are now several topical treatments that help unblock pores and kill bacteria on the skin. These include vitamin A gel or cream, benzoyl peroxide, antibiotic gel or cream and azaleic acid gel o...
- Sun Sep 04, 2016 8:59 pm
- Forum: Other Skin Conditions
- Topic: itchy arms
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3026
Re: itchy arms
Hi Wallygrom, I take it that you've tried hydrocortisone cream without success? Another thing you could try - if you haven't already - is asking your GP if they can test you for food sensitivity. If the test results suggest you may have a food sensitivity your GP may refer you to a dietician who may...
- Sun Sep 04, 2016 1:10 pm
- Forum: Eczema & Dry Skin
- Topic: dry scaley skin on legs
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2706
Re: dry scaley skin on legs
Hi, Diprobase should certainly help, but lifestyle changes could also make a difference. Avoid using very hot water and harsh shower gels or foam baths, as they strip the skin of its moisture and natural lipid barrier. Use lukewarm water and mild soap-free cleansers to reduce skin damage. Apply an e...
- Sat Sep 03, 2016 8:25 pm
- Forum: Eczema & Dry Skin
- Topic: dry skin on hands
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3167
Re: dry skin on hands
Hi, As well as using emollients as advised by other experts on the panel, you could try the following: As the dry patches are on your hands that may indicate they are triggered by something your hands come into regular contact with - for example soap, washing up liquid, foam bath, household cleaner....