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I have bad eczema flare ups and its painful. ie tried everything and the dr referred me to a derm got stronger cortizone (hydrocortisone) is there a natural solution?
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Eat good fat: Which may help lubricate your skin. That could be coconut oil and/or olive oil. About 3 tblsp. Daily. Avoid skin creams w/alcohol in them. Stick w/your doc. Peace and good health.
Answered 3/19/2014
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Get 2nd opinion: Eczema or atopic dermatitis is denoted by intense itching and not pain which is more suggestive of a vasculitis process (inflammation of blood vessel walls). You need to see another dermatologist.
Answered 3/19/2014
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