will topical steriods help/cure back acne
2006-11-09 14:04:14 · 6 answers · asked by Brandi// 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
Steroids can certainly help reduce inflammation, and since the redness of acne is usually caused by irritation and inflammation, I suppose it could help. However, topical steroids should be used sparingly - they have a tendency to "thin" out your skin. You should talk to your doctor before using any type of medication.
2006-11-09 14:10:26 · answer #1 · answered by Wondering 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Steroid creams may aggravate acne since bacteria are involved. Prescription For Natural Cures (Balch & Stengler) lists: Vitex; Essential Fatty Acids; zinc; Burdock root; Tea Tree oil; vitamin A; and homeopathy as helpful.
The reference also has good info and advice on diet and other possible helpful remedies. Good luck!
2006-11-09 14:23:05 · answer #2 · answered by Mad Roy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no steriods cause acne so I dont see where it would help
2006-11-09 14:16:20 · answer #3 · answered by Autumn 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dont try cortisone; it will thin your skin and must be used sparingly and only when its really needed.
2006-11-09 14:10:20 · answer #4 · answered by LuLuBelle 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
possibly
2006-11-09 14:05:27 · answer #5 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say a smartass answer, but I like you..........so I won't
2006-11-09 14:05:47 · answer #6 · answered by NONAME 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋