Question 1

scar fader what is a good scar fader?  are the over-the -counter creams effective?  doctor gave me a prescription for a corticosteroid - how will that work?  they don't itch.

Accepted Answer

Most : Most otc scar creams aren't effective.  It depends on the location and type of scar.  Options might include laser treatment, kenalog (triamcinolone) injections, or scar revision.  I hope that helps a little.

Question 2

topical corticosteroids to treat alopecia areata, which firm is most effective cream or ointment for the scalp?

Accepted Answer

: You can use either Betamethasone dipropionate, augmented, 0.05% ointment or Clobetasol propionate, 0.05% cream or gel. The topical treatment is not as effective as intralesional corticosteroids.

Question 3

do tropical corticosteroids creams cause weight gain ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: depends on how much you use and absorb

Question 4

why do corticosteroid creams say on the label "not for ophthalmic use"?

Accepted Answer

Can cause problems: Topical steroid creams are not fomulatted for use in the eye. If a topical steroid is needed then your physician should be able to prescribe an appropriate ophthalmic steroid.

Question 5

i have dernatofibroma. can i use keloids-cream (consist of corticosteroids), in my bumps to flatten it?

Accepted Answer

No: It won't work.

Question 6

can long term use of corticosteroid cream affect your endocrine system, and reproductive hormone levels?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It depends on the strength of the steroid. 1% Hydrocortisone is unlikely to cause any side effects on your adrenal glands, but more powerful creams can have systemic effects.

Question 7

i have red bumps on my elbows, one side has a bigger cluster.  they are not itchy and corticosteroid cream is not helping.  suggestion?

Accepted Answer

PSORIASIS: sometimes starts on the outside of the elbows.

Just a thought!

Dr Z

Question 8

i have circumcision 3 months ago. i still have big swelling around penis. swelling is same for 2 months and not reducing. what can i do to reduce swelling? should i use some corticosteroid creams or some oils?
thanks?

Accepted Answer

: See the doctor or clinic where the circumcision was done. Do not try to self treat, and don't base treatment on advice from this or any other distant forum. Good luck.

Question 9

i have red lesion of erosion on skin( like someone took just first tiny layer of skin) . i have it for 8 months. i tried antibiotics and fungal cream and corticosteroids and nothing help. lesion fade when i press it then come back when no pressure?

Accepted Answer

: Suggest that you see a dermatologist for eval and possible tx. No specific location was mentioned, which could be very helpful.

Question 10

i'm a pharmacist.part of my right hand next to my pinky finger gets exteremely dry/cracks until it bleeds.tried corticosteroids an creams.suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Dyshydrotic  Eczema: Sounds like dyshydrotic  or contact eczema.  Try using a barrier hand cream (liquid glove).

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Over the counter corticosteroid creams or ointments

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Scar fader what is a good scar fader? are the over-the -counter creams effective? doctor gave me a prescription for a corticosteroid - how will that work? they don't itch.

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Topical corticosteroids to treat alopecia areata, which firm is most effective cream or ointment for the scalp?

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Do tropical corticosteroids creams cause weight gain ?

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Why do corticosteroid creams say on the label "not for ophthalmic use"?

A member asked:

I have dernatofibroma. can i use keloids-cream (consist of corticosteroids), in my bumps to flatten it?

A member asked:

Can long term use of corticosteroid cream affect your endocrine system, and reproductive hormone levels?

A member asked:

I have red bumps on my elbows, one side has a bigger cluster. they are not itchy and corticosteroid cream is not helping. suggestion?

A member asked:

I have circumcision 3 months ago. i still have big swelling around penis. swelling is same for 2 months and not reducing. what can i do to reduce swelling? should i use some corticosteroid creams or some oils? thanks?

A member asked:

I have red lesion of erosion on skin( like someone took just first tiny layer of skin) . i have it for 8 months. i tried antibiotics and fungal cream and corticosteroids and nothing help. lesion fade when i press it then come back when no pressure?

A member asked:

I'm a pharmacist.part of my right hand next to my pinky finger gets exteremely dry/cracks until it bleeds.tried corticosteroids an creams.suggestions?

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