My Top Tips to Prepare for Your Dermatologist Appointment...Hindsight really is a wonderful thing. If I could turn back time I definitely would. When I was a child, my visits to the dermatologist would be quick and fleeting. I... By Peter Bunting2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Active todayMethotrexate injections...Does anyone have problems with there eyes since using methotrexate injections?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesTreatments
3 Ways to Socialize Like A Champ With Eczema...Ever tried to walk a tightrope over a sea of snakes and spiders crawling all over your skin? Neither have I! Haha. Socializing with eczema has often felt like that... By Teresa Alabata3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Facing Dermatology Anxiety After A Long Break...As someone who deals with eczema and TSW (topical steroid withdrawal) daily, you’d think I’d be used to dermatologist visits quite often. But the truth is, since going through TSW... By Nina Ajdin2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Active 7 days agoAny ideas if this could be dermatitis ...I’ve been to the doctors recently to have my skin looked at. The doctor I’ve seen said it’s nothing sinister but will refer me to another doctor as he doesn’t...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
TSW: Myth or Fact?...Topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) has been a hot topic for a while now. I write about it often seeing as I am in the community. I grew up with eczema... By Briana Banos3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
How Has Blue Light Affected My Sleep and Eczema?...“Anti-blue light” is a term used to describe measures taken to limit exposure to blue light. But what exactly is blue light, and how does it relate to eczema? Blue... By Peter Tapao1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Eczema and Comorbidities ...What other conditions do you live with in addition to atopic dermatitis?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
Managing My Skin With All the Usual Meds...Apart from the new biologic treatments, I have pretty much tried every medication on the market to help with my eczema. I have chosen not to go down the route... By Peter Bunting2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Eczema Is Very Uncomfortable...My chronic condition is painful both physically and emotionally and its very unpredictable. Sharing my pain to others is not always easy as I am not fond of focusing on... By Louise Fritz2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Neurontin/Gabapentin...Hello, My dermatologist decided to put me on neurontin/gabapentin about 2 months ago and I take it like I need but I'm still having flare ups. And I'm also supposed...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
How do you put deodorant on correctly?...Does anyone else have an ocd issue about sweating so you put too much deodorant on then you get the bumps from it? Sometimes I wonder if I'm even putting...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
Shaving...In anyone's experience is it better to use a regular razor, razor with lubricating strips, or an electric razor to shave? Which one and why. And if you use a...Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 replies
Clothing Indents...Does anyone else get indentations of their clothing on their skin? Or am I the only person who does?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 replies
Best Underwear Types...So, I was looking and I couldn't really find a discussion on this forum about what are the best underwear types for someone with eczema. Whether it's bikini, briefs, hi-cut...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
Active 2 days agoBra Question...Do any of you girls with ad have the same issue where you have to wear bras super loose so they won't rub up against you? Because I do and...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesTreatmentsGeneral DiscussionsCoping
A Taste of Life with Atopic Dermatitis...It was a cold wintery January morning in Toronto, Canada. At 7:00 AM the sound of the alarm when off. Typically, I like to hit the snooze button (a couple... By Chava Bayla Wald3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Eye skin help!...Just finishing a bout with Bacterial pink eye accompanying a respiratory infection. The skin on my eyelids an below my eyes took a hit. Any suggestion for gentle moisturizers safe...Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 replies
Rules/Tips for Clothes for People with Dermatitis...Can anyone give me some rules or suggestions/tips for clothing for people with dermatitis? Because every time I wear denim jeans I have the worst pain as well as well...Reactions 0 reactions Comments22 replies
