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Have Allergies And Use Derm Cream. Use It On & Off With The Allergies. Skin Is Decolorizing. Will This Affect Pregnancy?

Hi, I want to know the side effects of HH Derm Cream. I have been using it somewhat regularly for the past one year. I had allergies on my hands and legs and a friend suggested this cream. It definitely calmed my allergies down and stopped the itching, but is it safe to be using it for so long? I use it whenever I get the allergies and gradually stop using it when the allergies reduce. But, the allergies keep coming back every now and then, mostly when I'm in contact with a lot of dust, or when it's too hot and my hands and feet sweat a lot, and so, I've been using this cream pretty on and off for over a year now. Also, recently I read in an article that it contains steroids that can potentially affect pregnancy and it has teratogenic properties, is that true? The side effect that I have faced is discoloration of my skin. My hands and feet have become lighter than they originally were, and compared to the rest of the body they appear to be of a much lighter shade as well. Is that normal? Please tell me the side effects of this cream, and is it safe for me to continue using this? If not, then what is the next best alternative? Thanks a lot for your help!
Tue, 18 Jun 2013
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hi, steriods/tretenion/retiniods are teratogenic, will definitely affect the growing fetus.. please dont self medicate for anything, especially during pregnancy. see your obstetrician and dermatologist for medication. all the very best.
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Have Allergies And Use Derm Cream. Use It On & Off With The Allergies. Skin Is Decolorizing. Will This Affect Pregnancy?

hi, steriods/tretenion/retiniods are teratogenic, will definitely affect the growing fetus.. please dont self medicate for anything, especially during pregnancy. see your obstetrician and dermatologist for medication. all the very best.