Posted by Chris A. on June 26, 2001, at 22:40:23
In reply to Re: Dry itchy skin/Moodstabilizers/Neurontin » Chris A., posted by chloe on June 26, 2001, at 17:27:59
> My dry/rashy stuff doesn't seems to be resolving. Have you noticed any increased skin problems when you raise the dose?
I'm sorry to hear that. Rashes were more of a problem when I raised the dose of Lamictal too fast. I'm not sure what the normal response is to other ACs.
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> Also, I went to the store for aveeno soap. I found one for acne and one for "combination" skin. Is there a soap for dry?Yes, there is one specifically for dry skin, a moisturizing bar that contains oatmeal.
>You also mentioned you use the oatmeal baths on your scalp. Do you wash you hair afterwards? I think that would negate the purpose.Yes, I wash my hair with a mild shampoo afterwards and it doesn't seem to negate the anti-itch effect of the oatmeal bath. Perhaps it's all in my head - or on my head :-)
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> I just wish aveeno make a shampoo. I looked and looked. There just don't seem to be shampoos for dry scalp and hair that aren't dandruff shampoos which I find very harsh. What do you use for shampoo?Dandruff shampos just seemed to make it worse for me too, and I do better sticking to something mild. I'm using Redken Climatress for normal to dry hair, but don't think it matters much. I buy shampoo for my scalp and use it sparingly. It would be nice if Aveeno made a shampoo.
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> I hope this isn't too many questions. I am just desperately seeking ways to cope with my "new" body type. I have about an hour extra time in the morning because I am not doing the shower routine. But, God, my hair looks so flat and dull. But not oily!!!LOLI almost always wash mine in the sink every morning because it never behaves if I don't and bugs me all day.
It is a pain. The itching has been so bad a couple times of that I couldn't sleep, so have taken oatmeal baths in the middle of the night.
Just thinking about it makes me itch! When working as a nurse I thought that oatmeal baths were for old people. I've changed my mind, that is unless I'm getting old. I've thought about taking stock out in the company that makes Aveeno.
Other ACs fog my cognition too much and don't give me the antidepressant effect that Lamictal does, so I'm doing everything I can to stay on it. Sometimes it takes some creativity. So far I haven't drowned in the bath tub.
Hang in there and I hope you find some relief soon.
Blessings,
Chris A.
P.S. I have also used hydrocortisone on my mild rashes sometimes. Of course if a rash progresses or is accompanied by a fever or sore throat it needs to be checked by a doc. I always keep my pDoc informed.
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