Question 1

how long do you typically use a steroid cream for?

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Varies: As long as necessary. For a temporary condition less than a week. For chronic conditions several weeks if necessary.

Question 2

how to transition off using steroid cream after 20 years?

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No guidelines: The thing you worry about is the effect of the steroids absorbed thru the skin on your body. I m not aware of any tapering down guidelines. I would decrease the amount of cream put initially gradually and then give more time between applications until you stop.

Question 3

how long does it normally take for a steroid cream to start working?

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See below: You may see very slight improvement in as little as four hours after application.  More noticeable improvement will be noted after 1 to 2 days.

Question 4

it was 30 degrees outside last night and i left my steroid cream (triancinolone cream) in the car. it was extremely cold. is it still safe to use ?

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Temperature on Meds: Your Triamcinolone is likely fine after being in the cold car all night.  But if you are concerned, call a pharmacy and ask to speak to the pharmacist.  Creams and ointments do not generally get affected by cooler temperatures.  I would be more concerned with excessive heat.

Question 5

what is the effects of steroid cream on skin?

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Topical Steroids: Steroids can thin the skin, dilate the blood vessels and cause stretch marks.

Question 6

what kind of steroid cream for posiion ivy on weiner?

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Are you sure you: Have poison ivy on your penis? Wouldn't expect it just to be on the penis. Please have this medically evaluated. General info on addressing poison ivy rash:  there are specific products that you can buy that will wash the urushiol off. Some options of treating poison ivy include calamine lotion, oatmeal soaks, Hydrocortisone cream and antihistamines.

Question 7

can steroid cream cause petichiae?

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Skin thinning: It can cause skin atrophy and  easy bruisibility hence petechia.

Question 8

can a steroid cream cause folliculitis?

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Could: Steroid dampen the infection fighting ability of skin and steroid cream may contribute to infection of the hair follicles.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex. 
Get HPV vaccine.

Question 9

how to stretch foreskin with steroid cream?

Accepted Answer

Won't: work!!   Obtain a urology consultation ..sounds like a circumcision  is iindicated....

My opinion only!
Dr Z

Question 10

can i use a steroid cream for a swollen bug bite?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You can use a low strength steroid like Hydrocortisone 1% unless the area appears infected (red, swollen, warm and painful) - if so, then seek advise and care from your primary doctor.

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