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   DiabetesCanKissMyButt
   Member

   I went to the dermatologist today because I'm having a seborrheic dermatitis flare-up on my scalp. She prescribed me Temovate. I research every RX before I use it (perks of working in a research facility) and found that this is a corticosteroid. I am very reluctant to use this! I was not encouraged by what I read:

   "Systemic absorption of topical corticosteroids can produce reversible HPA axis suppression with the potential for giucocorticosteroid insufficiency after withdrawal from treatment. Manifestations of Cushing's syndrome, hyperglycemia, and glucosuria can also be produced in some patients by systemic absorption of topical corticosteroids while on therapy."

   I have been rubbing coconut oil into my scalp at night before bed and that seems to alleviate it somewhat. Anything else that can be recommended? I'd like to stay away from any kind of steroid if at all possible.

   Posted 5 months ago #
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   SassaFrass88
   Member

   Yes, Cortisol steroids are now being linked to some major nasty 'side effects'. One of the worst (or most immediate) issues is that your body gets used to it and then the dosage must be increased to continue to work.

   Well, now you can imagine the results of that cycle. More, more, more....bam! Ineffective! It's a band-aid, at best :-(

   Have you tried Baking Soda rinses? Not only will it help with the flare-up, but the itching and pain as well.

   Posted 5 months ago #
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   DiabetesCanKissMyButt
   Member

   I have not tried baking soda but I'll give it a whirl tonight! I have tried vinegar to no avail.

   Posted 5 months ago #
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   SassaFrass88
   Member

   Here's one that I found:

   "Aloe treats Seborrheic Dermatitis

   Aloe

   The gel inside the cactus-like leaves of the aloe plant (Aloe vera) has traditionally been used to treat burns and cuts. A recent study indicates it may also help relieve the symptoms of seborrheic dermatitis.

   In this double-blind placebo-controlled study, 44 adults with seborrheic dermatitis applied either an aloe ointment or a placebo cream to affected areas 2 times daily for 4 to 6 weeks. Compared to the placebo group, those who used aloe reported that their symptoms improved significantly (62% vs. 25%). Doctors who examined the participants also concluded that those using aloe had a significant decrease in scaliness, itching, and number of affected areas.1

   Dosage

   For seborrheic dermatitis, apply aloe gel 2 times daily on the affected areas."

   Posted 5 months ago #
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   Tarlach
   Member

   For seborrheic dermatitis, you can use anti-fungicides like Nizoral:

   http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ketoconazole#cite_note-3

   Just don't drink the stuff (as it can lower testosterone levels). Using it on the outside of your head is fine.

   Also, the possible side effects from topical corticosteroids you listed are usually associated with very high doses of the stuff, from steroid treatment of asthma and rheumatoid arthritis, or in immunosuppression after an organ transplant.

   I don't think that would be a concern from low doses over a short period of time.

   Posted 5 months ago #
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   Helen
   Member

   I am not sure if this will help, but it helped my rashy and itchy area under the breasts.

   I took an organic cage free egg shells, 2 of them. I put them in a small jar and covered the shells with raw apple cider vinegar. I let this stand on the kitchen counter for 2 days and then started applying it with a cotton ball. It took less then 3 applications and the rash and itch was gone.

   Posted 5 months ago #
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   Helen
   Member

   The itch was driving me nuts and I could not always scratch that area at least in public! LOL

   Posted 5 months ago #

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