I'm not a big fan of steroid use either, so I can understand your concerns, however, I'd go to a different doctor for a second opinion instead of just not using the cream. If the two agree, then go ahead and use it as prescribed. A month is a good amount of time to have this and have it not go away, so it sounds like medical assistance in healing is needed.
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