Doxycycline for dermatitis

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Avatar m tn I am a male and in my teens and have Perioral dermatitis which I have read is uncommon, I know exactly how I got the skin condition from to much use of a Steroidal topical cream, I am now going through my second flare up - my last flare was about 2 years ago around this time, I think the flare up was caused by chlorinated water, which I read is not good for this condition I have been struggling to keep this condition under control and my treatment from my last time does not seem to be working, w
Avatar n tn Bilateral (almost symmetric) discrete erythema (redness), accompanied with dryness and papules (small “bumps”) in perioral and perinasal region is most likely Periorificial dermatitis. Potential differential diagnoses include Acne rosacea, Seborrhoic dermatitis, Contact dermatitis, Lip-licking dermatitis, etc. The main thing to know about Periorificial (perioral) dermatitis is that it can be caused, and is always aggravated, by the use of topical corticosteroids.
Avatar f tn I've had the same clutter of acne on my check for about 2 years now. It looks like acne but I've taken everything you can think of, doxycycline, accuzone and now I've started facials but it still doesn't go away. There are days where it is less appearant but has never gone away in this 2 year period. My dermatologist thinks it's acne but my Estetitian thinks it might be dermatitis(which I've had in my arms when I was little). What should I do??
Avatar m tn My doctor gave me Doxycycline Hyclate to take 100 mg twice a day for a month. i have been taking it for 4 days so far... and my chin (where the dermatitis is) seems to be extremely dry and it looks actually a little worse than before. Is this normal?? This discussion is related to <a href='/posts/show/242283'>Perioral dermatitis</a>.
Avatar n tn Hello, It can be due to perioral dermatitis. Doxycycline is the preferred antibiotic for perioral dermatitis but minocycline can also be used. In unresponsive and granulomatous forms, oral isoterinoin may also be considered. Pimecrolimus cream can also be used. I suggest you to consult a dermatologist and discuss these treatment options with your dermatologist. I hope it helps. Take care and regards.
Avatar n tn I always find it interesting when Cetaphil is suggest for Perioral Dermatitis, because Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is one thing that can actually cause PD and it is in Cetpahil. So make sure you find something without SLS. SLS might not cause PD for everyone, but for me it's one of the causes.
Avatar n tn Does anyone know a treatment for perioral dermatitis that does not involve antibiotic? This discussion is related to <a href='/posts/show/242755'>Is this Perioral Dermatitis?</a>.
Avatar f tn I am presently taking doxycycline for periroral dermatits, which I've had for about two months. The rash seems to slowly be clearing. Are you suggesting that one avoid moisturizers and such forever, even once the rash has cleared up? I just turned 50 and my skin is dry. I've stopped all use of moisturizers while I am treating this, but living in Maine, I can't imagine my skin enduring Maine winters without the use of a moisturizer.
Avatar n tn He told me that I had an infection of my hair follicles and prescribed Doxycycline. I took it for 10 days and all but an area behind the lower part of my right ear went away. I went back to him in December - when I couldn't take the itching any more and he perscribed Doxycycline again. And it appeared to almost go away - but the very itchy bumps are back in full force again and just in that area. It is driving me crazy.
Avatar f tn I've had perioral dermatitis for about three-four months now and I am finally noticing it disappearing. It's about gone on my chin, but now its just around my nose and above my mouth. I had a very bad/heavy case of POD this year because I used steroids for my eczema. Now that I am noticing it disappearing... and since it was such a bad case of POD, could it possibly ever scar? What are my chances of it scarring? Or will it just fade completely after a while? Thanks!
Avatar m tn Hello, I cannot confirm anything without examination but it can be dermatitis skin, sweat or contact dermatitis or pityriasis rosea. Pityriasis rosea is a common human skin disease which presents as numerous patches of pink or red oval rash. The rash may be accompanied by low-grade headache, fever, nausea and fatigue and itching. Topical and oral steroids are needed. Water, sweat, and soap may cause irritation and should be avoided in the disease.
Avatar f tn Thanks so much for your reply. I had tried the antifungal with no results, so I went back to the dermatologist and was prescribed doxycycline, leading to a second question: doxy seems to give me nausea, and I stopped taking it after about 8 days because the nausea was so uncomfortable. Is there an antibiotic that is as effective as doxy for perioral dermatitis without causing nausea? Should I go back on the doxy and see if I can keep it down?
Avatar f tn Sunburn should have gradually decreased but since its persisting it is best to get it seen by a dermatologist. It is possible that it could be contact dermatitis, or an allergic reaction to parasites in and around the water. Do write to us again on what the doctor advises. Do keep us updated. Best regards!
Avatar f tn The one I have now gave me doxycycline for 30 days and some shampoo and topicals. He also injected steroids or something in the areas he saw flareups. I saw no improvement from that. Only from the antibiotics. I am now out of the medicine and it's all coming back again. I'm desperate for a cure. I've run out of options. I spent hundreds of dollars on home remedies, asking for advice online. I don't know what to do anymore. It's ruining my life.
Avatar f tn he told me the doctor should have taken a culture swab form the infected area. he treated me for PERIORAL DERMATITIS and told me to STOP tasking all of the medication i was previously prescribed. thats $650 out of pocket i had to waste. did i mention i hadnt worked al week because of the emotional trauma of having a gnarly rash growing on my face. at this point i was just plain depressed. a recluse, couldnt even leave my own bedroom.
Avatar n tn Am I right in thinking that the lips are caused by having taken 40 mg a day of accutane for 5 mths up until April of 09, or could they be a result of my seborrheic dermatitis? I had the flaking on the lips before accutane but i was also using 400 mg a day of doxycycline for 4 yrs. prior to accutane so that could have been causing the dryness?
Avatar m tn 9) Other medications I use are Propecia and minoxidil (Rogaine) for hair loss, ketoconazole (2% cream) for seborrheic dermatitis on my face, and Finacea (azelaic acid) for rosacea on my nose. I do not use any other prescriptions medications. I take multivitamins in the morning. 10) I do have seborrheic dermatitis on my face, so already I appear to be predisposed to fungus problems.