Seborrheic Dermatitis

[Almost2late]

Ran across an article today about Seborrheic Dermatitis which flair up on me from time to time, actually quite frequently.. sometimes it burns my face when I've been sweating from a workout like my sweat was acid or something, but not always.

What I didn't know is that according to the article SD affects a majority of people with HIV, like 85%-95%, had no idea it was so common with poz peeps.. http://www.pharmacytimes.com/resource-centers/hiv/seborrheic-dermatitis-and-hiv-common-severe



So after looking up SD on the internets some more I found other sources that might be helpful to anyone trying to treat this naturally.. https://draxe.com/seborrheic-dermatitis/

I hope this helps..

[CaveyUK]

It's actually pretty common in the general population too.

I was in a training session today and I could see that three people around the table had it to varying degrees. I don't think (but obviously don't know 100%) they are poz!

I have this problem, and have had for years. I was hoping it was the rampant uncontrolled HIV that was causing it, but whilst some things have disappeared since I've been on treatment unfortunately the seb derm isn't one of them

I've tried various lotions and potions without any success. The only thing that has worked for me is to shave my beard, and every day or so apply a little Cotrimazole cream (bought from supermarket) to the parts of my face that can be affected, so I limit any breakouts to my scalp and behind my ears. Then use a Ketoconzole shampoo every few days to limit the extent of the breakout when it does happen.

[Riseandrise]

I have been dealing with this every now and then. If I am under a heavy stress this will be one of the extra things that I will be dealing with.

This could be dumb but it works for me.
Try the Neutrogena Oil Free, wash your face and forehead and hopefully you will see the results. It works, at least for me.

[Almost2late]

I've tried various lotions and potions without any success. The only thing that has worked for me is to shave my beard, and every day or so apply a little Cotrimazole cream (bought from supermarket) to the parts of my face that can be affected, so I limit any breakouts to my scalp and behind my ears. Then use a Ketoconzole shampoo every few days to limit the extent of the breakout when it does happen.

 
I never tried Cotrimazole but I have been been prescribed Ketoconzole cream. I usually get it on my face and it seems to in outbreak in the mornings before work, urgh😫. The Ketoconzole cream helps alleviate the problem but it does take over night application to get it somewhat under control. My goal is to prevent it from occurring in the first place through better diet and sleep.

I have been dealing with this every now and then. If I am under a heavy stress this will be one of the extra things that I will be dealing with.

This could be dumb but it works for me.
Try the Neutrogena Oil Free, wash your face and forehead and hopefully you will see the results. It works, at least for me.

 I do notice that it happens to me when I didn't get enough rest or I'm dehydrated. Possible stress plays a role too, will pay more attention to see if it triggers an outbreak. Will give the Neutrogena a try too.

It's just so fustrating to head to work like that and have to put up with the questions and looks. I realize some are genuinely concerned.

Anyways I'm grateful for the responses, thanks.

[bocker3]

I've only had mild issues with this - but my dermatologist prescribed Desonide Cream 0.05%.  I used it daily until it went away and now only put it on one a week (to the areas where my breakouts happened most -- edge of nostrils, along eyebrows, cheeks and around edges of ears) and I rarely have any issues.  If I forget to do the weekly dosing, it comes back.  When that happens, I again use it daily until gone.

My husband has it much worse than I do (he's negative) and has to use it a few times a week.  Even with that he will have breakouts of it, on average, 1-2x a month.  However, the Desonide cream has make a world of difference to him too!!

Mike

[Almost2late]

I've only had mild issues with this - but my dermatologist prescribed Desonide Cream 0.05%.  I used it daily until it went away and now only put it on one a week (to the areas where my breakouts happened most -- edge of nostrils, along eyebrows, cheeks and around edges of ears) and I rarely have any issues.  If I forget to do the weekly dosing, it comes back.  When that happens, I again use it daily until gone.

My husband has it much worse than I do (he's negative) and has to use it a few times a week.  Even with that he will have breakouts of it, on average, 1-2x a month.  However, the Desonide cream has make a world of difference to him too!!

Mike

I will ask my doc about it..
Thank you

[paintedroom]

i`ve had this latterly and was recommended Nizoral shampoo(while doing scalp wash face with same) and to use silcocks base after shaving.The recommended use is once every 3 days but that is not really enough so i do it twice every 3 days and that seems to keep the balance in my favour with only a couple of marks on my cheeks.When it first started i had quite a few marks on my face and neck,lesion like on my neck.i thought i was heading into more serious territory.Fortunately for me it was a kinda winnable one and i`m back to mere igor status - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RyU99BCNRuU

[CaveyUK]

I've found that sunlight (UV) really helps with it. In the summer, if I can get a slight tan on my face I get zero Seb Derm issues. Living in the Uk however I get few chances to do this throughout the year!

Also, on a completely anecdotal and probably un-scientific point, I seem to find it flares worse some time after consuming a larger than normal amount of sugar. It may be purely coincidence so don't read too much into it, but there could be a connection. Of course, Easter weekend may not be the best time to cut down on sugar

[DANIELtakashi]

I have had this issue since l got diagnosed.
The worst part is my scalp.
Pathetic .

[newbie2016]

Great I wondered of this is because of my meds i can no longer use just any shampoo which is hit and miss

[CaveyUK]

Great I wondered of this is because of my meds i can no longer use just any shampoo which is hit and miss

Get yourself a shampoo containing Ketoconazole, such as Nizoral or a similar brand. Should be available at your local pharmacy. Use that in addition to a 'regular' shampoo if you have a particular favourite.

I tend to find the shampoo leaves my hair a little dry, so often follow it with a bit of regular shampoo containing conditioner and then rinse off quickly. Seems to work.

[NJ1963]

My scalp is the worse area.  I believe dermatitis is caused by chronic inflammation which can be worsened by sugar consumption or stress. 

[harleymc]

I get it a bit/ intermittently, but I know a lot of neg folks who have it worse than I do.

I use a ketoconozole cream when/ if it flares up, gone 12 hours later.

On a side note I'd love for my cd4s to 'drop' to 450-500 range from their current 134.

[Almost2late]

I get it a bit/ intermittently, but I know a lot of neg folks who have it worse than I do.

I use a ketoconozole cream when/ if it flares up, gone 12 hours later.

On a side note I'd love for my cd4s to 'drop' to 450-500 range from their current 134.

I use the same stuff, it does help a bit.. and so does sunlight..

I'm a bit perplexed about the cd4 drop? seems like an increase, no?

[harleymc]

I was just having a laugh at the linked article saying a cd4 drop , I could only wish to have cd4s that high.   
;-)