Redness

[Knarf]

So I know all the rules for not irritating your skin: don't scrub, use hydrocortisone, take Vitamin E, shower as little as possible. But I still get terrible, bright red, irritated patches all over my nose and on the sides of my face, as well as when I shave my mustache. Is there any help for me?

[Caroline]

Hello Knarf,

Welcome to the Forum.

You give little information on what is going on with you. Have you seen a doctor ? Dermatologist? Have you been diagnosed with psoriasis ?

You may change a little in your diet e.g. No red wine, sharpeners for your food, avoid nuts baked in oil. Walnuts are fine.
Try to get some sunshine = vitamin D, this is very important. And see what is happening.

Searching on the forum might bring you to discussions on diets or medication, and things to discuss with your doctor.

Have a good time over here with us.

Caroline

[Fred]

Hello Knarf to Psoriasis Club

I noticed you have Clobetasol in your profile as your treatment, are you using that on your face? If so that could be part of the problem.

On the patient leaflet for Dermovate Cream which is a Clobetasol propionate it states.

If used in childhood or on the face, courses should be limited if possible to five days. The face, more than other areas of the body, may exhibit atrophic changes after prolonged treatment with potent topical corticosteroids. This must be borne in mind when treating such conditions as psoriasis

Just a thought.

Options you could try.
Coconut Oil: A great natural moisturiser read more here: [thread=568]
Dexeryl: Not sure if you can get it in the USA but it's ok to use on your face.
Silkis: Can be applied to the face in moderation.

Regards.

Fred.

[KyPrincess]

Hi Knarf. Welcome to the forum.

[Troll]

Hello Knarf