Health Boards
Mon-14-03-2016, 19:46 PM
Welcome Michael!
I actually do think diet can help, at least somewhat as I think what we put into our bodies affects our overall health. But... with that said, I also think we are all quite different and some people tolerate and have better results with different foods. As for myself, I am not really disciplined enough to try to keep up with everything I eat and how it effects each medical problem I encounter so I strive to eat healthy for overall general health. I have read that some have been able to target certain foods that they think can trigger a flare, but it's not something I have noticed with me.
I think if creams and ointments aren't working (which isn't uncommon, it's just usually the first thing they try) then you should get back to your dermatologist and tell them so. There are many treatments out there that do help so I think you should try to find the one that works for you. There is a lot of information here to be found on the various treatments and members more than willing to share their experience. It's good to know what is available so when you are discussing your options with your doctor, you are more informed. Sometimes doctors don't give you much of a choice, but if you want to try one over the other, it's possible that they will listen.
Good luck and looking forward to hearing your progress!
I actually do think diet can help, at least somewhat as I think what we put into our bodies affects our overall health. But... with that said, I also think we are all quite different and some people tolerate and have better results with different foods. As for myself, I am not really disciplined enough to try to keep up with everything I eat and how it effects each medical problem I encounter so I strive to eat healthy for overall general health. I have read that some have been able to target certain foods that they think can trigger a flare, but it's not something I have noticed with me.
I think if creams and ointments aren't working (which isn't uncommon, it's just usually the first thing they try) then you should get back to your dermatologist and tell them so. There are many treatments out there that do help so I think you should try to find the one that works for you. There is a lot of information here to be found on the various treatments and members more than willing to share their experience. It's good to know what is available so when you are discussing your options with your doctor, you are more informed. Sometimes doctors don't give you much of a choice, but if you want to try one over the other, it's possible that they will listen.
Good luck and looking forward to hearing your progress!