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Please would you advise me if it is OK to use Betamethasone Valerate for eczema in my ears. Applying olive oil - as advised by my doctor - does not always work, and I have already had success with this cream for eczema on my ankle - with no side effects. Thank you, Ron Cooper.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you are wondering if Betamethasone Valerate advisable for eczema . Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to may reasons , but in your case it occur due to overactive response by the body's immune system to an irritant. I would suggest you to clean your skin by washing with cold water and mild soap , stay in moist environment , avoid sun exposure and take anti histamine twice a day . You can take Betamethasone Valerate , but only after the advice of doctor , because it has some side effects also . Do not scratch your skin as it can lead to secondary infection , rather apply cold compresses to skin to reduce irritation . If condition doesn't subside then consult dermatologits for proper examination . Patient generally treated with oral medications (immunosuppressants ) , antibiotics for secondary infection , steroid creams and light therapy . Also discuss about drug interaction with your doctor .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Is Betamethasone Valerate Advisable For Eczema?
Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you are wondering if Betamethasone Valerate advisable for eczema . Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to may reasons , but in your case it occur due to overactive response by the body s immune system to an irritant. I would suggest you to clean your skin by washing with cold water and mild soap , stay in moist environment , avoid sun exposure and take anti histamine twice a day . You can take Betamethasone Valerate , but only after the advice of doctor , because it has some side effects also . Do not scratch your skin as it can lead to secondary infection , rather apply cold compresses to skin to reduce irritation . If condition doesn t subside then consult dermatologits for proper examination . Patient generally treated with oral medications (immunosuppressants ) , antibiotics for secondary infection , steroid creams and light therapy . Also discuss about drug interaction with your doctor . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari