Skin thinning because of topical steroid use? (Eczema)?
Posted: June 22nd, 2010 | Author: admin | Filed under: light relief therapy | Tags: bleach, dead sea salt, eczema, everything under the sun, insurance, oatmeal baths, oral steroids, protopic, stretch marks, theses, topical steroids, whole life | 4 Comments »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.
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my daughter has eczema. it started in her teen years. doctor gave her a steroid ointment and told us to use it sparingly because it would thin the skin.
since the disease makes skin dry and itchy, lotions and creams are recommended to keep the skin moist. use different types of over the counter lotions expecially made for eczema, there are many. cold compresses may also be used to relieve itching. these solutions are usually applied when the skin is damp, such as after bathing, to help the skin retain moisture.
keep the skin hydrated. take warm to cool showers daily or especially when it condition starts to flare. some people may suffer "flare-ups" of the itchy rash in response to certain substances or conditions. for some, coming into contact with rough or coarse materials may cause the skin to become itchy. for others, feeling too hot or too cold, exposure to certain household products like soap or detergent, or coming into contact with animal dander may cause an outbreak. upper respiratory infections or colds may also be triggers. stress may cause the condition to worsen.
the main thing is to pay attention to what you may be wearing, what you have touched or even what you may have eaten or drank at the time the flare up starts. any one of these things could make the condition flare out of control. once you learn what could be making the condition worse then you will be able to control it a little bit better.
the most common type of eczema is known as atopic dermatitis, or atopic eczema. atopic refers to a group of diseases with an often inherited tendency to develop other allergic conditions, such as asthma and hay fever.
the prevalence of atopic eczema is increasing and affects 9 to 30% of the U.S. population. some people continue to experience symptoms on and off throughout life. with proper treatment, the disease can be controlled in the majority of sufferers. no matter which part of the skin is affected, eczema is almost always itchy. sometimes the itching will start before the rash appears. affected areas usually appear very dry, thickened, or scaly. in fair-skinned people, these areas may initially appear reddish and then turn brown. among darker-skinned people, eczema can affect pigmentation, making the affected area lighter or darker.
the exact cause of eczema is unknown, but it’s thought to be linked to an overactive response by the body’s immune system to unknown triggers. in addition, eczema is commonly found in families with a history of other allergies or asthma. although there is no cure, most people can effectively manage their disease with medical treatment and by avoiding irritants. the condition is not contagious and can’t be spread from person to person. the goal of treatment for eczema is to relieve and prevent itching, which can lead to infection.
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The main cause of eczema is overreaction of the immune system. Identifying certain foods, chemicals, etc can be very helpful in battling this disease. I try to avoid soy and milk products which trigger my flare-ups.
After using number of prescription drugs I’ve turned to the natural treatments.
Now I use herbal remedies from serenaskin.com, which aim at the root of the disease – the immune system, and are steroid-free.
After about 2 weeks of using ointment and spray my skin has been cleared up and now I just continue with anti-eczema extract, which controls the immune system. My skin has been clear for months now.
It is the only treatment I have found that provides me complete relief when I use it as directed.
Light therapy and protopic are not typical treatments for eczema. Are you doing the full body moisturization three to four times a day with Eucerin in addition to steroids for the flare? Are you on allergy medication as this can also trigger flares? And are you not scratching it.
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!