Question 1

is peeling good for a temperory solution , until resolving your acne problem , and what are the side effects of peeling?

Accepted Answer

For mild acne: Salicylic acid or glycolic acid for acne
 are used for minor "peels" and often used as "adjuvants" for treating acne. However, not convinced that either alone are any more beneficial than the other. To be most effective , either glycolic or salicylic need to be combined with an appropriate acne regimen that consists of prescription creams and oral antibiotics for more severe cases.

Question 2

can there be scarring or other permanent side effects from a chemical peel? i have extremely sensitive skin. is there a type of peel i should use?

Accepted Answer

What for?: What is your purpose in using chemical peel. It is likely to cause trouble without providing any lasting benefit. Depending on a person's sensitivity and reaction, it can cause scarring.

Question 3

should i continue using epiduo despite medium to strong side effects in form of purgng ("new" inflammations), flaky skin and peeling?

Accepted Answer

: Those are commonly seen, you will develop tolerance soon, continue the lotion if tolerated.

Question 4

are there any side effects to using l-glutathione with vitamin e soap?
using it for three days now, and have a peeling off skin on face

Accepted Answer

Dermatitis: (skin rash) has been reported occasionally in patients using topical Vitamin E. You should stop using the soap if it is irritating your skin. Some soaps can be very harsh and remove the oils and this too can cause peeling. Using a lotion afterwards might help... but seldom do people need harsh soaps to get dirt off of their face, as they might need for dirt and grease on their hands.

Question 5

top cancer dr wants to start 87 yr dad on 5-fu for 6 months b/c he says there are no side effects other than possible mouth sores & peeling skin. true?

Accepted Answer

Benefits  VS  risks: If your dad is very healthy 87 why not , should not deprive cancer treatments due  age alone.  If your dad is mentally incompetent , fragile , then family ( health proxy ) should decide with the advise from medical team. End stage of journey in this world , it is quality of life , not quantity is important , will make your decisions very simple.

Question 6

is orange extract safe to consume in foods during pregnancy if those foods are not cooked (ie the alcohol content in the orange extract is not removed)? the ingredients in orange extract state 'orange peel, alcohol, water'. thanks?

Accepted Answer

Just orange: Stay away from foods with alcohol. If you want to eat oranges, just eat oranges, not some processed stuff with poison in it.
Take multivitamins and oral iron to ward off anemia, a common occurrence during pregnancy.
Wish you good health and a healthy baby!

Question 7

what can cause orange peel skin and should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Occurs: in the skin of the breast, sometimes, could be a sign of cancer. Regardless an exam with your doctor is strongly recommended.

Question 8

is orange allergy to the inside or to the peel?

Accepted Answer

Either or birch tree: Reactions to orange can be either to the peel or the pulp (the fleshy part of the orange). Many people who have only itching in their mouth & throat after eating oranges and other raw fruits and vegetables actually have oral allergy syndrome. Oas is caused by allergy to birch tree pollen and the immune system mistaking fruit proteins for pollen allergens. Which one is your problem?

Question 9

is there any danger in eating orange peels, not jest but the peel itself?

Accepted Answer

None: Ornage zest which is finely shredded peel adds a delicious extra to many menus.  There are no extra health benefits to orange peel, so why eat it?

Question 10

what is the difference between orange peel skin and cellulite?

Accepted Answer

Cellulite &amp; Orange: Cellulite generally looks like dimpling of the skin.  This is caused by normal bands between the skin and deeper tissues that either shorten, or most commonly, the fat between the skin and deep tissues thicken, causing the dimple.  Orange peel skin gets it's appearance from edema or swelling in the skin.  The normal skin pores appear larger and deeper.  Seen in lymphedema patients sometimes.

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Is peeling good for a temperory solution , until resolving your acne problem , and what are the side effects of peeling?

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Can there be scarring or other permanent side effects from a chemical peel? i have extremely sensitive skin. is there a type of peel i should use?

A member asked:

Should i continue using epiduo despite medium to strong side effects in form of purgng ("new" inflammations), flaky skin and peeling?

A member asked:

Are there any side effects to using l-glutathione with vitamin e soap? using it for three days now, and have a peeling off skin on face

A member asked:

Top cancer dr wants to start 87 yr dad on 5-fu for 6 months b/c he says there are no side effects other than possible mouth sores & peeling skin. true?

A member asked:

Is orange extract safe to consume in foods during pregnancy if those foods are not cooked (ie the alcohol content in the orange extract is not removed)? the ingredients in orange extract state 'orange peel, alcohol, water'. thanks?

A member asked:

What can cause orange peel skin and should i be concerned?

A member asked:

Is orange allergy to the inside or to the peel?

A member asked:

Is there any danger in eating orange peels, not jest but the peel itself?

A member asked:

What is the difference between orange peel skin and cellulite?

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