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I have been diagnosed with Grover's disease and have been using Clobex spray. In the past it has helped reduce the itching and reduced the redness. It has flared up again and the spray seems to reduce the itching temporarily, but the redness is getting worse. I am a 67 year old male in good health.
Hello all. I am 52 years old and a female and a sunbaking freak. I have just had 3 red marks removed from my chest that I suspected were some sort of skin cancer. Turns out I have Grover's Disease. Just thought I'd let you all know this is NOT a disease that is restricted to males as all the internet info states! I tried all sorts of remedies first but getting them cut off provided me with no more itching which was bliss :)
I don't think treating Grover's Disease with prednisone is a very good idea, especially since your husband has diabetes. Grover's is a relatively unimportant condition, which doesn't respond too well to most therapies, but which can often be controlled by topical creams and other anti-itch measures. Your husband may have to put up with less than complete control of his itch, but I suggest you consult your dermatologist about treatment options other than oral prednisone.
Take care.
Dr. Rockoff