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Autoimmune Progesterone Dermatitis

Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Oct 3, 2023 | Replies (17)

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Hi, for sure-I saw Dr Mariana Castells at Brigham and Womens Hospital in Boston. She is a well-known allergist/researcher who specializes in research and treatment of progesterone hypersensitivity. She told me that she and one other doctor in Cincinnati (may be the one your Dr. mentioned) are the only doctors who really specialize in progesterone hypersensitivity. She was able to see me and work with my allergist to do testing and try treatment protocols in my home state. (This was during the thick of Covid shutdowns so I'm not sure they could still do this now).
She is an extremely knowledgeable allergist and if your team is feeling like this is something you're dealing with, I would highly recommend having your doctor send a referral. I'm sorry you've been searching for answers so long-Best wishes!
https://physiciandirectory.brighamandwomens.org/details/1728/mariana-castells-allergy_and_immunology-boston-chestnut_hill-foxborough-jamaica_plain
Mariana C. Castells, MD, PhD
Director Drug Hypersensitivity and Desensitization Center
Director Mastocytosis Center
Professor, Harvard Medical School
Allergy and Immunology

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Hi there!

I am struggling with the same thing and have had complete relief by taking OCP continuously for for the past 7 years. I’m looking into starting a family in the next few years and am searching for a specialist who can help me with this. Have you had any luck with this? The doctors in my area have been very discouraging and know very little about AIPD. Thank you!