Guest guest Posted May 2, 2005 Report Share Posted May 2, 2005 Could be anything.. hives, dermatitis, eczema, etc... is it constant or can you relate it to food, time of year, stress etc?Rainbow Egret <egret.09@...> wrote: Hi Suzi OK I have now and had for many years since I was young had these red pimply things on the backs of the top of my arms and now it has spread accross my back. Do you have any idea what these could be? I asked a doctor years ago and he said just to wash with a wash cloth which is what I do all the time. Probably another thing that will go away when I clean out and go raw. Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/__________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 2, 2005 Report Share Posted May 2, 2005 What did your doctor say it was, if he told you to wash it?? Take note when it gets redder as to what you've done, eaten , etc... SuziRainbow Egret <egret.09@...> wrote: It is pretty much constant. Sometimes redder than other times. Tracey Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/__________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 2, 2005 Report Share Posted May 2, 2005 Do you also get similar bumps on top of thighs or your cheeks? If so, it could be keratosis pyloris (I think that's the correct spelling). My 5 year old daughter has had that almost since birth. Has something to do with skin cells not sloughing off fast enough and building those little bumps as a result. We were told to wash her affected areas with a wash rag also. I'd be interested in hearing about some sort of natural remedy for this particular condition, if anyone knows of one. I'm sure my daughter's skin will be very challenging when she gets to puberty! Thanks, Rose At 06:41 PM 5/1/2005 -0700, you wrote: What did your doctor say it was, if he told you to wash it?? Take note when it gets redder as to what you've done, eaten , etc... Suzi Rainbow Egret <egret.09@...> wrote: It is pretty much constant. Sometimes redder than other times. Tracey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 3, 2005 Report Share Posted May 3, 2005 Hi Rose Yes I do get them there sometimes and a some of my boys seem to be getting it too. It seems to have pretty much gone from my arms but still on my back. You can scratch the dry white tops of some of them sometimes. I've had it since I was young too and like I said my boys seem to have it too now. Tracey No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.308 / Virus Database: 266.11.0 - Release Date: 29/04/2005 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 3, 2005 Report Share Posted May 3, 2005 If it is keratosis piloris, here is a website that has some good info even though they are selling something.. also,alpha hydroxyacid is used alot on skin disorders.. Alpha hydroxyacid is the term used for several naturally occurring acids found in fruits and other foods. These include lactic acid, derived from sour milk; citric acid, derived from citric fruit such as oranges; and glycolic acid, derived from sugar cane. Alpha hydroxyacids have been used for centuries. Maybe eating more citric fruit would help. It's a thought, or make a citric wash or astringent... Suzi Rose Baumann <rose@...> wrote: Do you also get similar bumps on top of thighs or your cheeks? If so, it could be keratosis pyloris (I think that's the correct spelling). My 5 year old daughter has had that almost since birth. Has something to do with skin cells not sloughing off fast enough and building those little bumps as a result. We were told to wash her affected areas with a wash rag also. I'd be interested in hearing about some sort of natural remedy for this particular condition, if anyone knows of one. I'm sure my daughter's skin will be very challenging when she gets to puberty!Thanks,Rose Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/__________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 3, 2005 Report Share Posted May 3, 2005 forgot the website.... http://www.dermadoctor.com/pages/newsletter51.asp?AID=4331 Suzanne <suziesgoats@...> wrote: If it is keratosis piloris, here is a website that has some good info even though they are selling something.. also,alpha hydroxyacid is used alot on skin disorders.. Alpha hydroxyacid is the term used for several naturally occurring acids found in fruits and other foods. These include lactic acid, derived from sour milk; citric acid, derived from citric fruit such as oranges; and glycolic acid, derived from sugar cane. Alpha hydroxyacids have been used for centuries. Maybe eating more citric fruit would help. It's a thought, or make a citric wash or astringent... Suzi Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/__________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 3, 2005 Report Share Posted May 3, 2005 Rainbow Egret wrote: > Hi Suzi > > OK I have now and had for many years since I was young had these red > pimply things on the backs of the top of my arms and now it has spread > accross my back. > > Do you have any idea what these could be? I asked a doctor years ago > and he said just to wash with a wash cloth which is what I do all the > time. > > Probably another thing that will go away when I clean out and go raw. > > Thanks > Tracey ========================== Hi Tracey, Most definitely. The skin problem is just your body attempting to cleanse toxins out through the skin. Yes, going raw will help much. -- Peace be with you, Tracey. Don " Quai " Eitner " Spirit sleeps in the mineral, breathes in the vegetable, dreams in the animal and wakes in man. " -- In compliance with the highest standards of Universal Law, this email has been thoroughly disinfected and purified in the solar flares of the sun. Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.308 / Virus Database: 266.11.0 - Release Date: 4/29/05 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 3, 2005 Report Share Posted May 3, 2005 Rainbow Egret wrote: > It is pretty much constant. Sometimes redder than other times. > > Tracey ========================= Pay attention to it, play detective and see what causes it to become more red or to spread. Notice what happens or what you do or eat just prior. Be your own diagnostician. -- Peace be with you, Tracey. Don " Quai " Eitner " Spirit sleeps in the mineral, breathes in the vegetable, dreams in the animal and wakes in man. " -- In compliance with the highest standards of Universal Law, this email has been thoroughly disinfected and purified in the solar flares of the sun. Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.308 / Virus Database: 266.11.0 - Release Date: 4/29/05 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2008 Report Share Posted June 16, 2008 also, I noticed you said it was spreading--could it be a yeast problem? when I had systemic yeast, I would get a rash on just a certain place on the back of my hand and forearm. It would itch like crazy to the point it would start to bleed. I took Olive Leaf Extract and Oregano oil and it is gone now. Both of these supplements will take on a yeast problem and eradicate it. From: deb.lawley <deb.lawley@...>Subject: skin disordersdominie Date: Monday, June 16, 2008, 5:15 AM Just wondering if anyone else in the group has experienced skin problems due to FMS. Over the past few months I have developed terrible cracking, bleeding, and itching on the palms of my hands and in between my knuckles. My dermatologist diagnosed eczema and perscribed an oily cortisone cream which actually seems to be making it worse. It is spreading and sore to the point that it hurts to use my hands or close them in fists to grip things. I've tried aloe vera, sesame oil, jojoba oil, expensive over the counter hand creams and nothing seems to help. My daughter wonders if it's not contact dermatitis so I've changed all my soaps and detergents to all natural and organic.Any ideas? Thanks in advance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2008 Report Share Posted June 16, 2008 Deb, I have had the same thing this year with my toes and fingers. I have seen two dermatologists as well as podiatrist, and my rhematologist. This was a terrible winter!!! Especially if you reside in the Midwest. Many people with FMS and immune system problems have had problems with skin coming out of this winter. I was also given multiple cortisone creams and ointments which like you have made it worse. Right now, I use bandaids on really bad areas and am having trouble wearing shoes. I also went to using plain aveeno products in shower and lotion. As well, as taking quick luke warm showers. I am applying zinc oxide ointment and it seems to aid in the healing of the cracks and painful fissures. Hopefully, after humidity comes into the air we will be better. In response to Naproxen - this is NOT and antiviral medication!!! And, I don't think you have a virus. Eczema is a very difficult thing to cure and to get rid of. I'm certain you have read the literature. Good luck! Let us know how you are doing! FYI: Naproxen (INN) (pronounced /n & #601; & #712;pr & #594;ks & #601;n/) is a non-steroidal anti- inflammatory drug (NSAID) commonly used for the reduction of moderate to severe pain, fever, inflammation and stiffness caused by conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, gout, ankylosing spondylitis, injury (like fractures), menstrual cramps, tendinitis, bursitis, and the treatment of primary dysmenorrhea. It works by inhibiting both the COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes. Naproxen and naproxen sodium are marketed under various trade names including: Aleve, Anaprox, Miranax, Naprogesic, Naprosyn, Naprelan, Synflex. > Just wondering if anyone else in the group has experienced skin > problems due to FMS. Over the past few months I have developed > terrible cracking, bleeding, and itching on the palms of my hands and > in between my knuckles. My dermatologist diagnosed eczema and > perscribed an oily cortisone cream which actually seems to be making it > worse. It is spreading and sore to the point that it hurts to use my > hands or close them in fists to grip things. I've tried aloe vera, > sesame oil, jojoba oil, expensive over the counter hand creams and > nothing seems to help. My daughter wonders if it's not contact > dermatitis so I've changed all my soaps and detergents to all natural > and organic. > Any ideas? Thanks in advance! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2008 Report Share Posted June 16, 2008 Thank you everyone for all your help and suggestions. I have stopped taking my fish oil because the capsules I was sold by my naturopath are so expensive (tried incorporating more fish into my diet ie canned salmon), tried rubbing with olive oil but not sleeping with the gloves and that's a good idea. Would like to try the olive leaf extract but live in Canada and wonder if it's available here as I've not heard of it or noticed it on the shelves - does someone have the brand name or company? I will also look into the Renew Intensive cream but will have to check the source of the oils in it as I have a grandson that is anaphlatic to nuts and nut oils are common in cosmetics and lotions. Good idea about the zinc oxide too! :-) I will keep you posted... FYI been subscribing to Dom's newsletter for a few years and am very happy to have the opportunity to chat with others through this group. Good idea Dom! I am 53, diagnosed at 43 and I believe onset was due to the political climate of education at the time (strikes, walkouts) plus working in two mouldy portables in one year (both condemned). I took an early retirement (reduced pension) and am on a Canadian disability pension having not be able to work a full week for about 2 years now. You are absolutely correct about how progressive FMS is. I was quite convinced I could manage this with a good diet, healthy lifestyle and daily yoga (I am a certified yoga instructor as well as an elementary teacher0 and guess what? It caught up with me anyhow. So nice to have others to share my frustration with! Be well and thanks again! Deb > > > Just wondering if anyone else in the group has > > experienced skin > > > problems due to FMS. Over the past few months I have developed > > > terrible cracking, bleeding, and itching on the palms of my hands > > and > > > in between my knuckles. My dermatologist diagnosed eczema and > > > perscribed an oily cortisone cream which actually seems to be > > making it > > > worse. It is spreading and sore to the point that it hurts to use > > my > > > hands or close them in fists to grip things. I've tried aloe vera, > > > sesame oil, jojoba oil, expensive over the counter hand creams and > > > nothing seems to help. My daughter wonders if it's not contact > > > dermatitis so I've changed all my soaps and detergents to all > > natural > > > and organic. > > > Any ideas? Thanks in advance! > > > > > > > > > > > ------------------------------------ > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2008 Report Share Posted June 16, 2008 I understand about the issues that Canadians have getting the same supplements and even drugs that we Americans recommend. I have been conversing by email with another Canadian who has RA and she wants to try supplements that I have used and they are not always available. Olive leaf Extract has only been available here in the states for about 12 years or so. I take this for my FMS along with some other supplements and Low Dose Naltrexone, which has been very effective for me. I just wonder if you can start healing within to help what is showing up on your extremities? As far as the brand of Olive Leaf, most major companies that make supplements have it. I take NSI brand from Vitacost.com. You might check the internet and see if you can find a Canadian company that carries it. I hope you can get some relief soon! hugs, Elaine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Hi Deb. I live in London Ontario and find olive leaf at Shopper's Drug Mart - their Life brand. I was surprised to find their brand is pretty good quality. I can't explain why, but olive leaf gives me energy, so I take two in the morning and two in the afternoon. You can also find it at Great Canadian Superstore (fancy Loblaws). It is also available in health food stores. You can get salmon oil (omega 3) from a lot of places. I take SISU (blue bottle, 180 1,000 mg caps for about $20). Webber also has a good source - wild salmon oil, 100 caps for about $18 at Walmart. Welcome to the group! Helen"deb.lawley" <deb.lawley@...> wrote: Thank you everyone for all your help and suggestions.I have stopped taking my fish oil because the capsules I was sold by my naturopath are so expensive (tried incorporating more fish into my diet ie canned salmon), tried rubbing with olive oil but not sleeping with the gloves and that's a good idea.Would like to try the olive leaf extract but live in Canada and wonder if it's available here as I've not heard of it or noticed it on the shelves - does someone have the brand name or company?I will also look into the Renew Intensive cream but will have to check the source of the oils in it as I have a grandson that is anaphlatic to nuts and nut oils are common in cosmetics and lotions.Good idea about the zinc oxide too! :-)I will keep you posted...FYI been subscribing to Dom's newsletter for a few years and am very happy to have the opportunity to chat with others through this group. Good idea Dom! I am 53, diagnosed at 43 and I believe onset was due to the political climate of education at the time (strikes, walkouts) plus working in two mouldy portables in one year (both condemned). I took an early retirement (reduced pension) and am on a Canadian disability pension having not be able to work a full week for about 2 years now. You are absolutely correct about how progressive FMS is. I was quite convinced I could manage this with a good diet, healthy lifestyle and daily yoga (I am a certified yoga instructor as well as an elementary teacher0 and guess what? It caught up with me anyhow. So nice to have others to share my frustration with!Be well and thanks again!Deb> > > Just wondering if anyone else in the group has > > experienced skin > > > problems due to FMS. Over the past few months I have developed > > > terrible cracking, bleeding, and itching on the palms of my hands > > and > > > in between my knuckles. My dermatologist diagnosed eczema and > > > perscribed an oily cortisone cream which actually seems to be > > making it > > > worse. It is spreading and sore to the point that it hurts to use > > my > > > hands or close them in fists to grip things. I've tried aloe vera, > > > sesame oil, jojoba oil, expensive over the counter hand creams and > > > nothing seems to help. My daughter wonders if it's not contact > > > dermatitis so I've changed all my soaps and detergents to all > > natural > > > and organic.> > > Any ideas? Thanks in advance!> > >> > > > > > > > ------------------------------------> > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Hi Helen, thanks for the info. I'll check out the Shopper's closest to us. This olive leaf sounds pretty interesting - seems like there are more than a few of us in this group that are taking it- also will start my fish oil again. But, will have to think hard about the oil of oregano. Took that a few years ago to keep my dad company - he was suffering from prostate cancer and we had heard that it helped reduce tumor growth - but the stuff tastes like turpentine and the after taste is pretty nasty. I have had good luck rubbing it on my swollen glands when coming down with a sore throat or cold, maybe I should just rub it on my hands ;-) Anyway, nice to have another Canuck to share my misery with. I live in the Ottawa area - clear across the world from you <grin> but know London as our oldest daughter went to Fanshawe FYI I have been gluten and diary free for almost 8 years now. I have no problems with the diet as - at least around here - there seems to be a lot of choices for gluten free pastas and treats and I am quite used to soy and rice milk products. I can tolerate small amounts of gluten so make bread and deserts using whole grain spelt flour - works even with pastry. I also avoid processed meats, trans fats, fast food, and try to avoid sugar. It must be working because I managed to keep up with my 3 year old grandson whom I provide day care for - 5 days a week - and am still able to walk and talk!! Thanks everyone again, for all your help. Keep well, Deb -- In dominie , HELEN BROCK <jhbrock@...> wrote: > > Hi Deb. I live in London Ontario and find olive leaf at Shopper's Drug Mart - their Life brand. I was surprised to find their brand is pretty good quality. I can't explain why, but olive leaf gives me energy, so I take two in the morning and two in the afternoon. You can also find it at Great Canadian Superstore (fancy Loblaws). > It is also available in health food stores. > You can get salmon oil (omega 3) from a lot of places. I take SISU (blue bottle, 180 1,000 mg caps for about $20). Webber also has a good source - wild salmon oil, 100 caps for about $18 at Walmart. > Welcome to the group! > > Helen > > " deb.lawley " <deb.lawley@...> wrote: > Thank you everyone for all your help and suggestions. > I have stopped taking my fish oil because the capsules I was sold by > my naturopath are so expensive (tried incorporating more fish into > my diet ie canned salmon), tried rubbing with olive oil but not > sleeping with the gloves and that's a good idea. > Would like to try the olive leaf extract but live in Canada and > wonder if it's available here as I've not heard of it or noticed it > on the shelves - does someone have the brand name or company? > I will also look into the Renew Intensive cream but will have to > check the source of the oils in it as I have a grandson that is > anaphlatic to nuts and nut oils are common in cosmetics and lotions. > Good idea about the zinc oxide too! :-) > > I will keep you posted... > > FYI been subscribing to Dom's newsletter for a few years and am very > happy to have the opportunity to chat with others through this > group. Good idea Dom! > I am 53, diagnosed at 43 and I believe onset was due to the > political climate of education at the time (strikes, walkouts) plus > working in two mouldy portables in one year (both condemned). > I took an early retirement (reduced pension) and am on a Canadian > disability pension having not be able to work a full week for about > 2 years now. You are absolutely correct about how progressive FMS > is. I was quite convinced I could manage this with a good diet, > healthy lifestyle and daily yoga (I am a certified yoga instructor > as well as an elementary teacher0 and guess what? It caught up with > me anyhow. So nice to have others to share my frustration with! > > Be well and thanks again! > Deb > > > > > > Just wondering if anyone else in the group has > > > experienced skin > > > > problems due to FMS. Over the past few months I have developed > > > > terrible cracking, bleeding, and itching on the palms of my > hands > > > and > > > > in between my knuckles. My dermatologist diagnosed eczema and > > > > perscribed an oily cortisone cream which actually seems to be > > > making it > > > > worse. It is spreading and sore to the point that it hurts to > use > > > my > > > > hands or close them in fists to grip things. I've tried aloe > vera, > > > > sesame oil, jojoba oil, expensive over the counter hand creams > and > > > > nothing seems to help. My daughter wonders if it's not contact > > > > dermatitis so I've changed all my soaps and detergents to all > > > natural > > > > and organic. > > > > Any ideas? Thanks in advance! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ------------------------------------ > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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