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Grover's Disease: What works to help find relief?
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I'm in month 6 of Grover's. My son is a competitive swimmer and has a lot of travel meets in extreme heat so no surprise where it started. I have been using a tub of steroid cream but told I need to take a break so it doesn't thin my skin. I've checked holistic options and using Witch Hazel now which seems to help but burns a little. I also read vitamin C helps so trying that as well but have to say reading that some of you have had this for 3-4 years is really disheartening. Any other suggestions? My son is senior in highschool and will be swimming in college (Cal - Go Bears!) so avoiding heat and sun is a little tough, especially in California.
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I was diagnosed with Transient Acantholitic Dermatosis (Grover’s) in 1976. As the name implies, it has been “transient” in that it has come and gone throughout the years.
No dietary changes have ever proven helpful in my case. Photo Therapy has been very beneficial, however. OTC remedies that have been effective are menthol lotions, such as Gold Bond anti-itch (I use Walmart's brand).
It’d also advise keeping a spray bottle of equal parts water and Witch Hazel in the fridge for instant relief from irritation.