how do i deal with itchyosis?!
Question:
does anyoen know any tricks to dealing with itchyosis other than the medicine that you have been perscribed?
much appreciated
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Do not take hot baths or showers, they dry out the skin. Use warm to cool water. Soap should not be used on your skin because it irritates and dries the skin. You should use the soap substitute Cetaphil lotion which is available from the pharmacy without a prescription.
Do not rub the skin dry after you bathe. Blot your skin gently then apply an Alpha hydroxyacid lotions. Neostrata 15 AHA Body/Face Lotion is a very effective treatment for ichthyosis when applied to moist skin after bathing.
The doctor can prescribe an Alpha hydroxyacid lotion for your skin which will dissolve the scales and will increase the moisture content of your skin.
There is no cure for ichthyosis. This is a life-long condition which can be managed or controlled.
Living in a warm climate often improves ichthyosis.
I think that there are support groups too! hope that this helps!
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