Question 1

is dermatitis treatable?

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Yes: In most cases, dermatitis is treatable, but there are many different reasons for dermatitis, i.e. Infection rash, sunburn, chemical exposure. Dermatitis is a broad term meaning "inflammation of the skin". Depending on the cause will determine the treatment.

Question 2

is there a natural way to treat dermatitis?

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Yes: Essential fatty acids such as flaxseed oil and zinc can be helpful.

Question 3

how do certain medications treat dermatitis?

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NUMMULAR DERMATITIS: Common with dry skin. Try to lubricate skin to prevent drying before applying steroid cream.Oral antibiotics may be given for inflamed lesions. For widespread  and resistant cases puva rx  may be helpful or oral steroid  for short rx may be given.

Question 4

how can i treat contact dermatitis?

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Avoidance & steroids: The most important issue is to avoid the item or items that you are allergic.  The rash can be treated with topical steroid cream.  Severe and extensive lesions may require systemic treatment with steroids under the care of a doctor.

Question 5

how is a child  treated for contact dermatitis?

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Depends: The treatment will vary on the extent and symptoms associated with the rash. Topical steroid ointments, may be used, as well as oral antihistamines, and oral steroids.

Question 6

what is the best way to treat contact dermatitis?

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Antihistamines and: Steroid creams...Of course it depends on the part of the body involved...Sometimes an "oatmeal" bath is soothing...Cold compresses...But see your dr. If it is getting worse. And an allergist can do patch testing to see what the cause may be...The cure of course is avoiding the trigger.   See  www.Truetest.Com.

Question 7

is there a gentle way to treat contact dermatitis?

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Define "gentle": I'm not sure what constitutes a "gentle" treatment, but numerous topical creams, ointments, and lotions are available, as well as oral and injectable medications. Permanent cure relies on identifying the contactant that is causing the rash, which your dermatologist can do with a technique called patch testing.

Question 8

how do different  medications treat stasis dermatitis?

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Seborrheic derm: Ketoconazole is found in shampoos, foams, gels and creams. It's available in over-the-counter products in a 1 percent concentration and prescription products at a 2 percent strength. Some studies show that the 2 percent strength may be more effective. In a small percentage of people, ketoconazole can cause irritation, itching and burning. Prescription promiseb is very effective for seborrheic derm.

Question 9

what is a good produt to treat contact dermatitis from agave sap ?

Accepted Answer

Topical steroids: The easiest way to quiet down a contact dermatitis regardless of the cause is by using a topical steroid.  They can be gotten over the counter without a prescription, specifically Hydrocortisone either 1 or 2.5%. If the rash is too extensive or involves the face or genitals then an oral steroid like Prednisone can be prescribed.  More potent topical steroids are also available by prescription.

Question 10

i think i have dermatitis but don't know how to treat or be positive ?

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Dermatitis is a: general term to describe inflammation or infection of the skin.  It does not really give me an idea of what type.  Most of the cases of skin inflammation are caused either by hypersensitivity (allergy) or infection.  If it is severe you can try an antifungal ointment or cream (like Lamisil) first then if not successful try a steroid (like hydrocortisone) over the counter.

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