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Unrelated but I hope this isn't too stupid of a question but since you are doing tx for 72 weeks does that mean 72 weeks of riba also? I am already loathing that stuff.
Also, a satin pillow case will help with hair falling out. Less pull on the scalp. Anything nice and smooth will work, they are easy to make too!
miss
Make sure after your shower you ALWAYS moisturize - this stuff dries us out from the inside out and once you DO get dry skin...it just doesn't seem to go away. And it itches 1000x worse than any regular itch I seem to ever have had. It gets so dry it CRACKS.
Ugh.
I had read about the babyoil and it really really helped me so much (that and the Gold Bond Triple Threat Anti Itch Medicated Lotion that I ALWAYS put on after a shower now) anyway.
Also - something I have to do this year...because our nasal passages and throats and mouths get so DAYUM dried up all the time --- I'm going to go get an inexpensive Humidifier for this winter. Living in a climate that is usually SO cold and dry anyway...that has to help.
I just HATE waking up all night long with my tongue glued to my mouth worse than any hangover I've ever had! One night I DREAMED about eating ice pops...that is a desperate person!
Hawk - you're gonna make it just fine. If I could do 72 of Peg and Riba you can. I'm a BABY, believe mme. And you are on the right road cause you are learning SO MUCH SO FAST. That is the key - if we know what to be prepared for...we are.
:)
You could, however, experiment with non-perfumed baby oil/mineral oil or OTC Alpha Keri Bath Oil -- which I just smelled and may be slightly perfumed but is very mild. The problem, however, with some of the oils is that they can clog pores and therefore may be counter indicated if you have any fungal problems like seb dermatitis.
One therapeutic soak is OTC Balentar Bath Oil which you would probably have to special order. It was suggested to me as a soak for psoriasis. All said, ironically soaking for any length of time can be dehydrating, so try and limit your exposure time in the tub. Also, as good as it feels, try and avoid water that is too hot (or too cold) -- lukewarm water is best and as stated, always gently pat dry gently, never rub.
I had multiple skin problems on tx and my 'bathing' regimen was mostly brief luke-warm showers using a non-soap cleanser like Cetaphil followed by a non-perfumed moisturizer like Cetaphil Cream. Occasionally I would soak in Balnetar Bath Oil. What works for some may not work for others so take note how your skin feels after a soak and/or any new moisturizers, etc.
Other winter tips include using vaseline in your nostrils for winter cold/dryness and the judicious use of scarfs (and even face masks) if the cold penetrates into your throat and lungs like it did with me. The cold weather would also sting my face significantly due to derm issues so I ended up pretty much bundled up before going outside in the cold. Glad to say that this winter it's almost an entirely different story.
A good home humidifyer can help but as my ENT said, unless you clean it on a regular basis, it can do more harm than good by releasing bacteria, etc, into the air.
Lastly, clothing can irritate dry skin, especially synthetics and woolens. Soft cotton or silk is best next to the skin. Yesterday was the first day I put on a pair of synthetic hiking socks since the middle of treatment. Before then, non-cotton socks would irritate my feet.
-- Jim
buuuuuttt>>> and like Pee Wee says, there is always a big butt...I thought you weren't supposed to take baths on TX? (and I don't mean Texas) I thought it was recommended that we only take tepid showers? If the answer already lies within this thread, I'm sorry, don't have time to read much this morning..anyway, just wanted to know some takes anyway...
Also, and this isn't meant for any member here at all, ha ha!, just went to my nutritionists office last week...I told her I had some skin bumps on my left leg again, 3 of them, of course she told me to shut up about them, complaining about 3 bumps, that I better get used to bumps and rashes...anyway, she did say that I shouldn't imbibe any alcohol this holiday season, for hep c reasons obviously, but that alcohol will aggravate any skin conditions one might have, because it acts as a drying agent in the system and skin, and "dry" isn't good for skin conditions...just thought I'd throw that out there, nutritionists usually focus more on food, beverages, etc...and their consequences, even a bit more then docs do...Is this chatting? I never know...brrr, it's 50 degrees out here in LA, brrrr! I know, I should shut up again...
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Don't think we really disagree here...in fact, "Vaseline", probably the most popular, IMO has to be used carefully because it can clog the pores, and can therefore be problamatic with fungal growth, etc, -- however, used judiciously it can seal off the elements such as in the nasal cavity and a touch on outside of nostril, or lips. The other products mentioned, I do not believe contain petroleum and therefore "breathe" much better. As to getting on my bad side, not to worry, cause you already are as of yesterday! Just kidding of course, kinda, sorta :) As to Aloe, I did try it btw, but for me, the Cetaphil moisturizes mentioned worked much better.
Mike,
Always thought you were a moderate kinda guy :) Hope this holiday season finds you feeling well. Any change on your meds or still on low doses?
All the best,
-- Jim
DoubleDose
the kid (the kid I take care of now, I call her the kid) used to have the hands of a farm hand, now they are dewey soft...she can't get over how it's changed her skin, really, really good stuff...worth a try if youre having very dry skin issues...
I also really like Butterfly Natural Skin Creams (for face) if you look on their website, they'll list the ingredients of their stuff, and then the more commercial products, kinda scarey...
just my take, other people I'm sure have theirs...
-- Jim
for anyone with sinus problems, there's a product called sinucleanse which is a nasal irrigator saline solution applied through a 'neti pot.' You can buy the kit, pot and 40 premixed packets for under ten bucks. or you can buy the packets separately and use a syrings. It's a similar concept to using any saline solution like ocean spray but it's much more effective as you're actually washing out the nasal passages, the sinuses, and the throat. It's very soothing for anyone with nasal dryness, post sinus nasal drip, dry mouth, allergies, or people living in dry cold winter climates.
I use it 2 to 3 times per day.
thanks for all the skin tips. i'm sure they'll come in handy once i start shots.
wyntre
for anyone with sinus problems, there's a product called sinucleanse which is a nasal irrigator saline solution applied through a 'neti pot.' You can buy the kit, pot and 40 premixed packets for under ten bucks. or you can buy the packets separately and use a syrings. It's a similar concept to using any saline solution like ocean spray but it's much more effective as you're actually washing out the nasal passages, the sinuses, and the throat. It's very soothing for anyone with nasal dryness, post sinus nasal drip, dry mouth, allergies, or people living in dry cold winter climates.
I use it 2 to 3 times per day.
thanks for all the skin tips. i'm sure they'll come in handy once i start shots.
wyntre
for anyone with sinus problems, there's a product called sinucleanse which is a nasal irrigator saline solution applied through a 'neti pot.' You can buy the kit, pot and 40 premixed packets for under ten bucks. or you can buy the packets separately and use a syrings. It's a similar concept to using any saline solution like ocean spray but it's much more effective as you're actually washing out the nasal passages, the sinuses, and the throat. It's very soothing for anyone with nasal dryness, post sinus nasal drip, dry mouth, allergies, or people living in dry cold winter climates.
I use it 2 to 3 times per day.
thanks for all the skin tips. i'm sure they'll come in handy once i start shots.
wyntre
for anyone with sinus problems, there's a product called sinucleanse which is a nasal irrigator saline solution applied through a 'neti pot.' You can buy the kit, pot and 40 premixed packets for under ten bucks. or you can buy the packets separately and use a syrings. It's a similar concept to using any saline solution like ocean spray but it's much more effective as you're actually washing out the nasal passages, the sinuses, and the throat. It's very soothing for anyone with nasal dryness, post sinus nasal drip, dry mouth, allergies, or people living in dry cold winter climates.
I use it 2 to 3 times per day.
thanks for all the skin tips. i'm sure they'll come in handy once i start shots.
wyntre
Thanks for the suggestions above
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wyntre
DD, that was funny.