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How long for topical steroid to clean tiny patch of psoriasis? if doesn't then what do i do? biopsy said psoriasis & cd3 showed no significant tcell

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It may not: There is no guarantee that a topical steroid will clear it.

Answered 2/17/2014

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Depends: It can be influenced by the potency of the steroid being used, whether it is a cream or an ointment, how often you are applying it and whether you are covering the site after applying the steroid.

Answered 2/17/2014

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How long for topical steroid to clean tiny patch of psoriasis? if doesn't then what do i do? biopsy said psoriasis & cd3 showed no significant tcell

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