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Mr.Coffee · 10-08-2012, 05:59 PM

I've had Eczema my whole life, was hospitalized in grade 8 because of it (it was pretty bad..). What kind of topical steroid are they giving you? I found different types and strengths helped, but sounds like you have actually tried several so I'm not sure. I use Elocom and it works really well. I would consider visiting another dermatologist though.

My eczema is mostly allergy driven but in Calgary I am sure the dryness is a factor, and in fact after drinking it gets worse (I assume because my body is dehydrated). Have you tried putting on the topical steroid, then a layer of vaseline on top, right before bed? Your sheets might not like the grease (or your gf / wife haha).

I also apply Glaxal base right out of the shower, and was told that this helps keep moisture in the skin, plus glaxal base cream is epic. It seems to be the best cream for me. Try not to pick / scratch at it, but I know it's hard.

Good luck man, not sure what else to tell you. I did years of various treatments, even acupuncture and chinese herbal teas, nothing really ever seemed to work for me except the topical steroids. You could give some of these alternative treatments a shot too, I know they've helped others. Sorry man, wish I had more for you, looks rough.

10-08-2012, 05:59 PM	#9
Mr.Coffee damn onions Join Date: Mar 2006 Exp:	I've had Eczema my whole life, was hospitalized in grade 8 because of it (it was pretty bad..). What kind of topical steroid are they giving you? I found different types and strengths helped, but sounds like you have actually tried several so I'm not sure. I use Elocom and it works really well. I would consider visiting another dermatologist though. My eczema is mostly allergy driven but in Calgary I am sure the dryness is a factor, and in fact after drinking it gets worse (I assume because my body is dehydrated). Have you tried putting on the topical steroid, then a layer of vaseline on top, right before bed? Your sheets might not like the grease (or your gf / wife haha). I also apply Glaxal base right out of the shower, and was told that this helps keep moisture in the skin, plus glaxal base cream is epic. It seems to be the best cream for me. Try not to pick / scratch at it, but I know it's hard. Good luck man, not sure what else to tell you. I did years of various treatments, even acupuncture and chinese herbal teas, nothing really ever seemed to work for me except the topical steroids. You could give some of these alternative treatments a shot too, I know they've helped others. Sorry man, wish I had more for you, looks rough.