Question 1

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 2

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 3

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 4

difference between dermatitis & dermatosis?

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Semantics: Just different ways of saying the same thing.

Question 5

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 6

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 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

how to cure nasal polyps at home naturally?

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Nasal polyps: There is no natural way to get rid of nasal polyps. Current treatments available include nasal steroid, surgical removal, and in the case of aspirin-induced polyps-aspirin desensitization.   Consult an ENT. 
( I am excluding polyps associated with cystic fibrosis)

Question 9

which type of home remedies/ natural remedies can cure a headache?

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Natural cures : Natural ways to cure headache include magnesium riboflavin butterbur feverfew decrease stress.  Change your blood pressure by avoiding caffeine completely and hydrating sufficiently.  Breathing slower focusing on lengthening your exhale works.   Yoga and meditation can help as can massage therapy and acupressure.  Ice packs relaxing bath all can help.  Hope some of these work for you.

Question 10

can there be really a way to cure yeast infection naturally, at home?

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No: The are medications which can quickly resolve it but there are no proven natural remedies.

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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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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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Difference between dermatitis & dermatosis?

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Is ashy dermatosis curable ?

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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

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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?

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How to cure nasal polyps at home naturally?

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Which type of home remedies/ natural remedies can cure a headache?

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Can there be really a way to cure yeast infection naturally, at home?

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