Question 1

is ashy dermatosis curable ?

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See a dermatologist: it is a benign condition some people claimed some success of making it lighter by using topical steroid  some claimed better result with systemic therapy and that why you need to see a dermatologist some claimed it could disappear on its own see a dermatologist

Question 2

i was diagnosed with ashy dermatosis is there any cure for that please help me ?

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Sometimes called: erythema dyschromicum perstans , almost similar to lichen planus , was noted to originate in south america.  But a few case have been seen in europe ( italy, finland) to name a few. Clofazimine has been shown to work on certain individuals as well as dapsone.  Please with your dermatologist. Please note that both of these medications do have side effects

Question 3

difference between dermatitis & dermatosis?

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Semantics: Just different ways of saying the same thing.

Question 4

can someone direct me to a doctor who can treat erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp? will travel anywhere in the u.s. have suffred for over five years with this disease. i am being treated locally, but it is getting worse every year. the entire top o

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Perhaps : Perhaps consider the dr. Jorizzo at winston salem (wake forest university), former chairman of the department of dermatology or dr. Amy mcmichael, who specializes in hair diseases.  I hope that helps!

Question 5

can dermabrasion or microdermabrasion be effective in treating acantholytic dermatosis? i've had red spots on my belly and chest area for many years and my dermatologist says there is no cure. i've seen several; one suggested accutane but i declined, pass

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Sounds : Sounds like you might have either darier's disease or hailey-hailey?  There are several treatments that can help for these conditions but no cure.  There are some reports of laser being helpful for hailey-hailey.  I would recommend  you consider getting a second opinion so that you get a good idea of all the treatment options and better tips on managing this condition. I hope that helps!

Question 6

i was diagnosed with ashy dermitosis.is there a cure for this skin disease.it stareted on my back then disappeared.now its in my face and neck ?

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It usually: It usually lasts for years but hopefully for you it will disappear soon. Discuss options with your dermatologist

Question 7

lichen planus since 10 months.dark. brown spots all over body no itching.negative hepatitis test.biopsy test = ashy's dermotosis treatment?

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Lichen planus: Lichen planus is an inflammatory skin disease--a cousin of psoriasis.  If it is no longer itchy, it may be dormant, quiet, under control right now.  Because you have had inflamed spots in the past, it can leave dark marks behind.  They often fade with time, but if you are darker pigment, they may last  a long time.

Question 8

what cause cold dry ashy feet?

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Poor circulation: You may have peripheral artery disease or poor circulation to that feet - do you have leg pain or discomfort when you are on your feet a little longer or go for a walk - please talk to your doctor about this!

Question 9

is it bad to have really ashy feet?

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Dry feet: Yes.  It can be very bad to have dry feet.  Your feet can dry out to the point where they crack open (like the dry desert earth).  When this happens there can be open sores.  Open sores on your feet are never good due to the fact that there is a high potential for infection.  Do the easy thing and use hydrating lotion daily.

Question 10

i have 1 small itchy bump that won't go away. thought it was a bug bite, but it's been weeks. when i scratch, it becomes ashy around the bump.?

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Have it evaluated.: It is possible that there might be a small smoldering infection in the center of that lesion. Either way if it will not go away then see your dr. As some skin cancers may present that way and can be treated easily through excision. Have it evaluated.

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Is ashy dermatosis curable ?

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I was diagnosed with ashy dermatosis is there any cure for that please help me ?

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Difference between dermatitis & dermatosis?

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Can someone direct me to a doctor who can treat erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp? will travel anywhere in the u.s. have suffred for over five years with this disease. i am being treated locally, but it is getting worse every year. the entire top o

A member asked:

Can dermabrasion or microdermabrasion be effective in treating acantholytic dermatosis? i've had red spots on my belly and chest area for many years and my dermatologist says there is no cure. i've seen several; one suggested accutane but i declined, pass

A member asked:

I was diagnosed with ashy dermitosis.is there a cure for this skin disease.it stareted on my back then disappeared.now its in my face and neck ?

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Lichen planus since 10 months.dark. brown spots all over body no itching.negative hepatitis test.biopsy test = ashy's dermotosis treatment?

A member asked:

What cause cold dry ashy feet?

A member asked:

Is it bad to have really ashy feet?

A member asked:

I have 1 small itchy bump that won't go away. thought it was a bug bite, but it's been weeks. when i scratch, it becomes ashy around the bump.?

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