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Has Any One Had Good Responses To Antibiotics?!
A MyEczemaTeam Member asked a question 💭

I recently got pneumonia, and my dr. Put me on doxycycline. I’ve been on the antibiotic since Friday. And my hands have healed up considerably! Anyone ever encounter antibiotics helping clear up their eczema? I have to take the doxycycline twice a day for 7 more days.

A MyEczemaTeam Member

I imagine it reduces the Staphylococcus load which is usually high in people with dermatitis. That's why they recommend weekly dilute bleach baths. Although I don't have a bath, I tried a dilute… read more

Antibiotics
A MyEczemaTeam Member asked a question 💭

What's the difference between penicillin and Amoxicillin?

A MyEczemaTeam Member

The only thing I know is that penicillin is stronger

What Do You Do For Armpits?
A MyEczemaTeam Member asked a question 💭

Hello Team,
I have a question regarding armpit Odor Control. What do you use in your armpits that won't irritate the skin but will keep you from getting smelly under there? I do not tolerate scented products because I also suffer with allergies, asthma and multiple chemical sensitivities. Any suggestions?

A MyEczemaTeam Member

I have found an amazing deodorant that works for about 10 days! The name is
Lavilin, and you can find it in a store that sells natural products only. You might also find it on Amazon.

HELP Haven't Been Diagnosed Yet With Eczema Or Anything After 3 Years 5 ENTs And 5 Dermatologists
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I AM BEYOND MISERABLE. Mine started as an inner outer ear infection yet nobody sees anything on the outer ear but I can feel it it was itching irritated and now I've started losing hair in that area. I have read a lot on this and yet they don't listen to me but I know some of it is on the ear full because it is a line going up my ear and at the top of my ear you can literally see it pulling away from there when you clean your ear yet they don't see anything the girl that does my hair… read more

A MyEczemaTeam Member

Thank you! My biggest problem is that nobody has diagnosed anything. I'm at a loss on where to even go because I've seen so many supposedly "specialists" who claim there's nothing there. I just… read more

I Have Seborric Dermatitis
A MyEczemaTeam Member asked a question 💭

I have buzz cut my hair but have little bald spots where I have itched myself crazy . I am a women so this is very frustrating and depressing . Is anybody else going through this ?

A MyEczemaTeam Member

Guess I will be looking for the .99 cream. I use a RX Shampoo- Ketokonazol. It stops a bit of the itch. I wash my hair, leave the shampoo in for about 10 minutes then wash it out.

How Do I Get Rid Of This Rash Which I Still Do Not Know What It Is?Steroids Worked But Then It Came Back With Avengence.
A MyEczemaTeam Member asked a question 💭

it is not itchy.

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My Doctor prescribed Dupixent for my Eczema..I've had this Illness since December 2017...This is the only medication that has worked for me... It's very expensive, so my Doctor reached out to the… read more

What Can I Use For A 10 Month Baby ? With Sensitive Skin
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My son is 10 months old . He has eczema on his back, sides of the belly, neck area, behind his elbows and time to time behind his ears. The worst ones are on the sides of belly they scab up and the ones on his neck they turn red. Dont know what to do. I get his who body moist as much as i can through out the day and it seems to come back. I watch what he eats

A MyEczemaTeam Member

Vasoline and any petroleum based product breaks down cells of the skin. Encourage other treatments instead.

Eczema Cream Question
A MyEczemaTeam Member asked a question 💭

I believe one of the following creams is for Eczema but I'm not sure which. Can anyone help? Thank you!

* Tinactin
* Ketoconazole Cream
* Triamcinolone Acetonide
* Fluticasone Propionate

A MyEczemaTeam Member

I use Cerave cream. Was using Triamcinolone from the doctor.

Hello Everyone My Name Is Crissy And I Am New To This But I Have Questions About Exzema. But For Now I'm In Need For Myself....
A MyEczemaTeam Member asked a question 💭

I have a scalp sore that is raised and oozes clear fluid that itches. Is this exzema?

please help me figure this out

A MyEczemaTeam Member

Have you gone to a dermatologist? The scalp treatment really helps and they can prescribe topical creams for you.☺️

Any Good Recommendations For Creams Etc On Severe Eczema?
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I have severe eczema I have had it since 2 years old and I am now 30. Its really been getting me down lately I'm constantly dry,very itchy and scaly. Is there anything anyone would reccomend? I use emolysifing ointment and steroid creams. I really dont know what to do anymore.

A MyEczemaTeam Member

I use wool dryer balls instead of dryer sheets. No chemicals and they are reusable. You can spritz some essential oil on them before using if you like the fragrance.