Stretch Mark Topical
Skin thinning because of topical steroid use? (Eczema)?
I have had eczema my whole life. But the past couple years it has become very severe. I have tried everything under the sun to help it get better but nothing seems to help. And now on top of all my itching my skin is super thin because of all the topical steroids. It has even caused giant stretch marks. What is going to happen if I keep applying theses creams? No to mention they put my on oral steroids all the time. What else is going to happen to my body if this keep going? What have you done to help with your eczema? I have seen dermatologist after dermatologist and they have tried everything. My insurance won't cover light therapy or protopic. I am desperate I will try anything to help. A few things that I have tried besides all the creams are bleach baths, oatmeal baths, dead sea salt soakings and tanning. Please if anyone has any suggestions let me know I am willing to do anything to get some relief from this itching.
I'm sorry to hear of your persistent troubles with eczema, because I know how bothersome the condition can be. And that's why I'd like to provide you with the following tips to combat your stubborn skin disorder:
As unpleasant as this phase of your treatment may be, it is also the most important. Start with an elimination diet to test for certain foodstuffs, for example tomatoes. Eat ample amounts of tomatoes for a week to ten days, and monitor your skin closely. Then discontinue eating tomatoes for a week to ten days. If your skin shows a marked improvement, tomatoes may be causing or worsening your eczema. If there is no change, move on to the next item, such as wheat. Common allergens (ingredients that cause an allergic reaction) include: shellfish, cows' milk products (cheese, ice-cream, chocolate, etc.) eggs, soy, peanuts, wheat and even sugar.
Natural oils have anti-inflammatory properties and are particularly good for the skin. Visit your local health store and pick up supplements of borage oil, fish oil OR primrose oil. Also increase your intake of Omega-6 rich foods, like olive oil, walnuts and oily fish, such as sardines and salmon.
Reducing stress in your life has benefits beyond treating eczema, but it's easier said than done. Give yoga or meditation a try. One session of yoga a week can make a phenomenal difference to your mental state. If you find yourself stressing out because of bad traffic, change the radio from the rock channel to classical music. Get an iPod and load it with some of your favorite low-key music. Use it while you walk for 20 minutes in the evening after work, or while you work out at the gym. If you make de-stressing a priority in your life, you'll see the difference in your skin.
Take zinc supplements (15mg per day). It plays an important role in both skin and hair health. Many people suffer a zinc deficiency because it's hard to get sufficient zinc in your diet. You should see a marked difference in your skin's condition within 1 - 2 months.
Shower rather than bathe. If you do bathe, make sure the water is not too hot, and make it as quick as you can.
Wear cotton pajamas and sleep between cotton sheets. In severe cases, you can try wearing gloves / socks on your hands at night, to prevent you from scratching your skin raw.
Go outside and expose your skin to fresh air and sunshine - for SHORT periods of time. In one study, a small amount of UV treatment helped 80% of people with skin conditions.
I hope this works!
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