Question 1

i burned my face with a match (2nd degree). dermatologist says to use a hydrocortisone+iodoquinol cream; gp says to use silvadene (silver sulfadiazine). what should i use?

Accepted Answer

SECOND DEGREE BURN: SECOND DEGREE BURN, is when the injury cause burning if the skin and blistering. You need to be reexamined and the severity assessed . I usually will start a topical antibiotic like SILVADENE and an oral antibiotic like CEFTIN (cefuroxime). Depending on severity a consult with a BURN SPECIALIST OR PLASTIC SURGEON MAY BE WARRANTED.

Question 2

what is the hydrocortisone cream ?

Accepted Answer

See below: A cream that contains hydrocortisone- a topical corticosteroid which can reduce inflammatrion and itching.

Question 3

can hydrocortisone peel your skin off?

Accepted Answer

No but: Prolonged use of a very potent cortisone cream (hydrocortisone is considered a weak one) may cause skin bruising and thinning.  The peeling  you usually see from it indicates that the lesions you are treating are healing partly as the result of the cream and not the cause.

Question 4

can you use hydrocortisone 2.5% for eczema?

Accepted Answer

: Many people do. It may or may not have the strength to do what you want but it is okay to try. Please do not use on the face/eyelids or other sensitive areas without consulting your doc.

Question 5

is the hydrocortisone good for black spots?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Hydrocortisone creams and ointments  is a type of steroid that is effective for treating inflammation of the skin related to eczema and other types of skin rashes due to allergy.  Black spots on the skin should be evaluated by a dermatologist.  There are some dangerous black skin lesions called melanoma which is a type of skin cancer.

Question 6

is cortaid (hydrocortisone) same as lotrimim?

Accepted Answer

No: Cortaid (hydrocortisone) is a form of steroid and lotrimin is an antifungal.  These are usually in cream form for skin problems but are totally different in effect.

Question 7

can you use hydrocortisone on vaginal tissue?

Accepted Answer

Consider other: Sparingly, towards the outside, and only a very weak preparation, say 1% cream. But I'd recommend a good examination (and culture) by your gyne to determine the cause of your discomfort.

Question 8

woman can take hydrocortisone during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Cream?: If it is a cream applied in moderation on a limited area of the skin yes.

Question 9

can hydrocortisone tablets interact with alcohol?

Accepted Answer

They could: Steroid pills can irritate the lining of the stomach.  Alcohol can do the same thing.

Question 10

what should i do, my skin is addicted to hydrocortisone?

Accepted Answer

Not sure if this is: True.  Actual addiction is a complex process. I am going to guess you mean that your skin condition gets better with steroids and then gets worse when you stop. Depending on your actual diagnosis, this may be true. Steroids sometimes only control and do not cure a skin disease.  I suggest you consult with a dermatologist and have him explain your condition.

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I burned my face with a match (2nd degree). dermatologist says to use a hydrocortisone+iodoquinol cream; gp says to use silvadene (silver sulfadiazine). what should i use?

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What is the hydrocortisone cream ?

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Can hydrocortisone peel your skin off?

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Can you use hydrocortisone 2.5% for eczema?

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Is the hydrocortisone good for black spots?

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Is cortaid (hydrocortisone) same as lotrimim?

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Can you use hydrocortisone on vaginal tissue?

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Woman can take hydrocortisone during pregnancy?

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