Health Boards
Tue-13-10-2015, 16:20 PM
Hi there!
I would like to say that I have found hydrocortisone, used regularly and without missing any doses, for a short course (as prescribed) can be very effective and can get rid of a patch completely. Don't be afraid and put it on too thinly, follow the instructions you are given to really give the cream a chance to work.
I'd be dubious if the doc has just given you the cream with no real info on how long they want you to use it for..
I have used (1%) hydrocortisone on my face after advice from a dermatologist, and it worked for me. I have even had P up my nose which was very sore! My face is the only place hydrocortisone works for me, doesn't work elsewhere on my body now.
But it is not something you can use on a casual basis or just when you remember or only every time it gets red/thicker again. You need to really stick with the course. And as the others have said, there isn't a cure unfortunately but with the right treatment you may get remission and no more P on your face for a while.
I also agree with the others - push for a referral to a dermatologist.
I would like to say that I have found hydrocortisone, used regularly and without missing any doses, for a short course (as prescribed) can be very effective and can get rid of a patch completely. Don't be afraid and put it on too thinly, follow the instructions you are given to really give the cream a chance to work.
I'd be dubious if the doc has just given you the cream with no real info on how long they want you to use it for..
I have used (1%) hydrocortisone on my face after advice from a dermatologist, and it worked for me. I have even had P up my nose which was very sore! My face is the only place hydrocortisone works for me, doesn't work elsewhere on my body now.
But it is not something you can use on a casual basis or just when you remember or only every time it gets red/thicker again. You need to really stick with the course. And as the others have said, there isn't a cure unfortunately but with the right treatment you may get remission and no more P on your face for a while.
I also agree with the others - push for a referral to a dermatologist.