Granuloma annular

Posted by 904dmt @904dmt, Aug 2 9:08pm

I was diagnosed 3 months ago with granuloma annular. So far the creams and salves have not helped. I have completed 6 weeks of photo therapy and this has not helped. My PA says the next step is corticosteroid shots. Has anyone experienced this and what if any are the side effects?

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dottiec | @dottiec | Aug 16 10:51am

I'll get back to you later on 2 creams that seem to have helped. Red light therapy at Planet Fitness - after 6 month seeing results.

The shots did help on spots that were raised but I was concerned about possible side effects so asked my doctor to do this only on the worst areas.

904dmt | @904dmt | Aug 16 10:51pm

I have been using tacrolimus ointment and betamethasone dipropionate alternating them every other week. The dermatologist has suggested taking either Otezla or Dapsone. Have not started either one yet, as I have some gastro issues that he wants cleared up first.

904dmt | @904dmt | Aug 16 11:30pm

In reply to @dottiec "I'll get back to you later on 2 creams that seem to have helped. Red light..." + (show)

How long did each red light therapy last??

dottiec | @dottiec | Aug 17 4:23pm

In reply to @904dmt "I have been using tacrolimus ointment and betamethasone dipropionate alternating them every other week. The dermatologist..." + (show)

the tracrolimus ointment seems to have helped me. I alternate it with opzelura (ruxoliyinib) cream 1.5% (very pricey) - my doctor did an appeal

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