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I have hydrocortisone cream 1% for my hands cracked skin. can i also use it for ext. hemorrhoids?

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Dr. Michael Bryan answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Hydrocortisone: Yes, but limited use--1-3 days only in body fold area. Cracked hands are better treated with heavy moisture and use cortisone only for itch. Hemorrhoids can improved with cortisone, but in occluded areas--anus--cortisones could induce atrophy if used too long. Best limit it to occasional use and for 1-3 days at a time.

Dr Mutnick and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/9/2018

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