Enstilar and the genital area

[Decdood]

Hi All..new here, the leaflet on enstilar says do not use on genital area, my dermatologist told me to use it there!! Anyone had any issues with it, need to use on the foreskin.
Thank you.

[D Foster]

Hi All..new here, the leaflet on enstilar says do not use on genital area, my dermatologist told me to use it there!! Anyone had any issues with it, need to use on the foreskin.
Thank you.

I would double check with the dermatologist, I have only used it on and in my ears, elbows and leg.

[Fred]

Hi All..new here, the leaflet on enstilar says do not use on genital area, my dermatologist told me to use it there!! Anyone had any issues with it, need to use on the foreskin.
Thank you.

No you don't want to use it on the genital area. Trust the manufacture and question it with your dermatologist.

Enstilar is a short term fix and it contains a potent steroid which could thin the skin, not something you want on the foreskin. 

Have your tried Coconut Oil (not to be used if you use condoms) or Vaseline ?

But your dermatologist should prescribe something mild for the genital area.

Welcome to Psoriasis Club by the way 

Regards.

Fred.

[Caroline]

Good suggestions of Dave and Fred, the genital area is very sensitive.

Welcome to Psoriasisclub.

[Decdood]

Hi guys, thanks for the welcome, I actually rang back his office and said what the leaflet had down..he still said to use it once daily at night for 2-3 weeks then use protopic ointment for 2 weeks. I havnt tried coconut oil ever, I was give canestan from my gp!! Also seem to have a thing call hydradenitis on my groin, not sure if I use that there as well.
Thanks,
D

[Caroline]

Hi guys, thanks for the welcome, I actually rang back his office and said what the leaflet had down..he still said to use it once daily at night for 2-3 weeks then use protopic ointment for 2 weeks. I havnt tried coconut oil ever, I was give canestan from my gp!! Also seem to have a thing call hydradenitis on my groin, not sure if I use that there as well.
Thanks,
D

You could try it on a very little piece, e.g. first you put a little Enstilar on your finger and then you apply it to a small area.
If you want to.

The other option is to contact the firm that has produced Enstilar and ask their opinion.

[Fred]

Hi guys, thanks for the welcome, I actually rang back his office and said what the leaflet had down..he still said to use it once daily at night for 2-3 weeks then use protopic ointment for 2 weeks. I havnt tried coconut oil ever, I was give canestan from my gp!! Also seem to have a thing call hydradenitis on my groin, not sure if I use that there as well.
Thanks,
D

I don't think it will help with hydradenitis. And I would advise not getting carried away using too much enstilar, maybe use coconut oil during the day and as your dermatologist suggested Enstilar in the evening.

Tip: Remember to keep away from flames when using enstilar.

You can read more about coconut oil here: Coconut Oil

[Decdood]

Thanks very much for the info..I will defo try the coconut oil, as for the hydradenitis, I was prescribed doxycycline for 3 months, now he says maybe for 9 months!! I'm not going down that road. Appreciate all the help.
Regards,
D

[jiml]

Hi D and welcome to the club    here you will find a helpfuI group of fellow sufferers who are happy to try to offer advice usually based on their own experience enjoy your time here and try dipping your toes into the off topic section where you will find lots of interesting subjects that we hope you might enjoy

I would also urge caution as enstilar is a potent steroid, however I use it on my scalp and behind my ears without any problem but haven't needed to try it on my genitals and Fred's suggestion of coconut oil is good and I always use that as a general moisturizer and it's available at your local supermarket in the cooking oil section .. but get the extra virgin type is best

[Decdood]

Thank you.. picked up the coconut oil while ago.. I'm mild enough, scalp and 1 or 2 very minor bits, hoping it won't escalate.. the genitals are probably the most annoying obviously.