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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Use of Aldara
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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Use of Aldara
by Peretz, Jan 11, 2006 12:00AM
I have been using Aldara for 4 weeks now and have developed severe crusting, burning and redness. I am treating Actinic Keratitis and am very concerned with the progress. Should I continue and if I do, when could I expect a resolution of the problems. If I discontinue the cream, should I apply any topical antibiotics to speed up the healing. Thank you
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Jan 12, 2006 12:00AM
, Jan 12, 2006 12:00AM
Aldara causes severe crusting and oozing, which shows that it's working. I think you should call the doctor who recommended it, to see whether you need to continue. For actinic keratoses, which are pre-cancerous rather than cancerous, four weeks of what I presume is daily use may well be enough. As soon as you stop, the redness and crusting will go away. Please call your doctor today.
Thanks.
Dr. Rockoff
Thanks.
Dr. Rockoff
