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Can Detergents Cause Dry And Itchy Skin?
Question: I have dry itch skin. I am not sure if it's due to my detergent etc but I scratched by back because it inched and the mark left has not subsided in months. What can I use to heal the trauma from scratching my skin.
Brief Answer:
Apply topical ointments.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
You can apply ointments that contain soft steroids to get rid of marks or scars. Betamethasone or triamcinolone containing ointments is quite effective.
Dry skin is a condition that is quite common in many people. Complete cure is very difficult, however you can control the symptoms to certain level.
The best treatment for dry skin is daily lubrication with an emollient (a substance that inhibits the evaporation of water).
You can try ointments like Vaseline or Alovera extract which are effective. Daily bathing is necessary and drink plenty of water.
Avoid harsh, drying soaps and apply moisturizer creams immediately after bath.
You can take antihistamines like cetrezine for itching.
If symptoms are very much severe you have to consult a dermatologist for detailed evaluation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
Apply topical ointments.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
You can apply ointments that contain soft steroids to get rid of marks or scars. Betamethasone or triamcinolone containing ointments is quite effective.
Dry skin is a condition that is quite common in many people. Complete cure is very difficult, however you can control the symptoms to certain level.
The best treatment for dry skin is daily lubrication with an emollient (a substance that inhibits the evaporation of water).
You can try ointments like Vaseline or Alovera extract which are effective. Daily bathing is necessary and drink plenty of water.
Avoid harsh, drying soaps and apply moisturizer creams immediately after bath.
You can take antihistamines like cetrezine for itching.
If symptoms are very much severe you have to consult a dermatologist for detailed evaluation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
Do you have any recommendations? Any brands that you know work? I have put cortizone but I am not sure it's working. I have not applied it regularly.
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Brief Answer:
Betnovate-N is good
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Betnovate-N is a combination drug containing Betamethasone and neosporin is a good and effective one. If it’s not available you can apply ointments with a similar combination.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
Betnovate-N is good
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Betnovate-N is a combination drug containing Betamethasone and neosporin is a good and effective one. If it’s not available you can apply ointments with a similar combination.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
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