1. Are the hormones applied to different parts of the body the same, and will there be side effects if I apply them wrongly?
No. Wrong application will increase the risk of side effects. Different parts of the body have different sensitivities to topical hormones, so it is important to pay attention to the correct application method. The stronger the action, the more likely it is that side effects including skin atrophy, capillary dilation, hirsutism and acne-like skin lesions will occur.
The face, mucous membrane of the vulva and folds of the lips and mouth are the most sensitive to topical hormones. Generally, medium-acting or weak-acting hormone ointments such as Eloson ointment and hydrocortisone butyrate ointment should be chosen twice a day and used continuously for no more than 2 weeks.
2. Do I only need to wash before applying topical medication or do I need to apply wet compresses for a period of time?
In addition to direct external application, the method of sealing package is also used (wrap the medicine with plastic film overnight) to increase its permeability.
3. Should the cream be applied only on the white patches or should it be applied outwardly?
The area of the cream should include the junction between the white patch and the normal skin. It is sometimes difficult to distinguish the edge of the progressive white patch from the normal skin by the naked eye, and the topical hormone is most effective for the progressive white patch to control its further expansion.
4. Can I apply it to the peeling and crusted areas?
If the area is not very large and there is no infection under the scab, it can be applied. Because peeling and scabbing often indicate skin damage, which will increase the absorption of hormone and may increase its side effects, especially if there is infection (such as pus), it should be avoided.
5. Do I need to leave it on after application, or put on clothes, or put a towel on it?
Generally, you can wear it normally after applying it with your fingers, and there is no need to put on a towel.
6. Is the skin red and itchy after application, is it allergic?
It may be an allergic reaction to some components of the drug, which often has a certain physical nature, should stop the drug, can no longer be used. It may also be the irritating effect of the drug, related to the concentration of the drug and storage and skin tolerance, can reduce the number of uses and other methods to reduce stimulation, with a few days can slowly adapt.
7. Will sweating wash off the ointment?
If you sweat a lot soon after applying the ointment, it will affect the absorption of the medication and can be reapplied. If you have applied the cream for more than 2 hours, it will not affect much.
8. Do I need to wash off the ointment after application?
Except for obvious itching and red spots, there is no need to wash it off.
9. Is the ointment tube afraid of the sun and heat in summer?
Most of the medications are suitable for storage at room temperature (25 degrees Celsius). Ultraviolet radiation and high temperature will affect the activity of the medication.
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