Jump to content

  • Welcome to Celiac.com!

    You have found your celiac tribe! Join us and ask questions in our forum, share your story, and connect with others.



  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A1):

    Celiac.com Sponsor (A1-M):

  • Get Celiac.com Updates:
    Support Our Content
    eNewsletter
    Donate

Getting Relief From Vitamin E Skin Oil

Michelle1234

By Michelle1234
in Dermatitis Herpetiformis

Recommended Posts

Michelle1234 Contributor
Michelle1234
Posted

About 3 days ago I started having clear blisters come up through my skin that itch like crazy. I don't yet know if it is DH but if I itch it then it gets worse and more clear blisters come up wherever I've itched the skin. I've tried a number of things I had around the house to get it to stop and am having good luck with Vitamin E skin oil with soybean oil (not derived from wheat). Has anyone found this effective for itch relief on DH? I'm seeing the Dr for something else tomorrow so will see what she thinks it is.

Thanks!

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):
Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8-M):


pricklypear1971 Community Regular
pricklypear1971
Posted

I found it helps to keep rashes moisturized with something heavy-duty. Oil would count as heavy duty.

Michelle1234 Contributor
Michelle1234
Posted
  • Author

I found it helps to keep rashes moisturized with something heavy-duty. Oil would count as heavy duty.

What have you found that works for you? I tried coconut oil on the advise of my mom but it made it itch worse.

Thanks!

pricklypear1971 Community Regular
pricklypear1971
Posted

Vanicream during outbreaks, with a layer of Vaseline.

Ugly but effective.

My DH is under my arms, so it's very sensitive skin.

When the sores weep, I pack washcloths and ice packs under my arms to help stop the itching and the gross feeling.

Michelle1234 Contributor
Michelle1234
Posted
  • Author

Vanicream during outbreaks, with a layer of Vaseline.

Ugly but effective.

My DH is under my arms, so it's very sensitive skin.

When the sores weep, I pack washcloths and ice packs under my arms to help stop the itching and the gross feeling.

Thanks!

I don't know if I have DH (If I itch even just a little horrible little bumps come out and the itchiness becomes worse) but wondered if anyone who knows they have DH would mind doing an experiment with Vitamin E skin oil (from soybean not wheat). I slather it on very liberally and let it sit without disturbing it for maybe 5 min. Then I notice my itching is decreasing and then gone. I'd be curious if it worked for someone who knows they have DH. Please post your results. Periodically if any itching comes up I reapply the oil and it goes away again.

I'm also taking 400 I.U. Vit. E internally but that doesn't have to be part of the experiment.

I saw my Dr. yesterday. She had never heard of DH before. She suggested Benadryl and sent out an expensive food allergy blood test that isn't covered by insurance. If I can't figure out how to get rid of this on my own then I'll have to pay big $s to go to a holistic Dr.

Thanks!

Michelle

pricklypear1971 Community Regular
pricklypear1971
Posted

Anything that cuts off air to the rash tends to help, I've found.

If you want to find out if it's DH go on a low iodine diet, in addition to the gluten-free diet. Resolution under those circumstances is a pretty strong indicator.

Michelle1234 Contributor
Michelle1234
Posted
  • Author

Anything that cuts off air to the rash tends to help, I've found.

If you want to find out if it's DH go on a low iodine diet, in addition to the gluten-free diet. Resolution under those circumstances is a pretty strong indicator.

Thanks again. I did make my husband eat the asparagus in the house, I don't salt anything and we don't eat seafood. Other than that I'm not sure what to eliminate since a general search for iodine lists lots of fruit and veggies that I probably should be eating.

Michelle

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):
Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8-M):


pricklypear1971 Community Regular
pricklypear1971
Posted

Google "thyca" for low iodine diet guidelines. They have a cookbook, etc. free and online.

Michelle1234 Contributor
Michelle1234
Posted
  • Author

Google "thyca" for low iodine diet guidelines. They have a cookbook, etc. free and online.

Thanks! That was very helpful. Alot more stuff to avoid though <sigh>. I'm having good luck combating the itching but am not making any headway on the bumps so far.

Michelle

pricklypear1971 Community Regular
pricklypear1971
Posted

Thanks! That was very helpful. Alot more stuff to avoid though <sigh>. I'm having good luck combating the itching but am not making any headway on the bumps so far.

Michelle

If it's typical DH they will pop, then refill (or new ones form, I'm not sure...mine are small and in patches that run together). I am guilty of rubbing them til they pop, because I can't stand the weeping (The sores, not me...although DH does make me want to cry) under my arms. Mine pop for 3 days or so then dry up and scab over...which is when moisturizers are important.

DONT SCRATCH!!!! Put ice packs on it - helps stop itching.

Archived

This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.

Go to topic listing

  • Get Celiac.com Updates:
    Support Celiac.com:
    Join eNewsletter
    Donate
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A17):
    Celiac.com Sponsor (A17):



    Celiac.com Sponsors (A17-M):



  • Recent Activity

    1. trents
      - trents replied to Francis M's topic in Gluten-Free Restaurants
      3

      The Happy Tart review

      So there was no physical, plastic card involved, correct?
    2. Francis M
      - Francis M replied to Francis M's topic in Gluten-Free Restaurants
      3

      The Happy Tart review

      When my wife attempted to open the online card in the store with a cashier, it would not work. We then showed the owner the link to the card, the online receipt that I got upon purchase, and even my bank statement confirming the purchase. That did not satisfy her, since she said she needed the link to open to reveal the gift ID num. They even admitted they...
    3. trents
      - trents replied to Francis M's topic in Gluten-Free Restaurants
      3

      The Happy Tart review

      Was the card itself lost or just the record or both?
    4. Francis M
      - Francis M posted a topic in Gluten-Free Restaurants
      3

      The Happy Tart review

      We were flabergasted that the owner would not acknowledge a $50 e-gift card I purchased for my celiac wife. My wife tried to open it in the store and was informed there had been a system change and they could not find the record. No worries, she was told, just talk to management. Six months later, and numerous absurd back and forths, and the owner literally...
    5. trents
      - trents replied to Colleen H's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
      10

      Ibuprofen

      Yes, some people do get withdrawal from gluten but gluten withdrawal doesn't usually cause gut pain. Maybe more like general body aches and discomfort. We have articles on gluten withdrawal on this forum. You might do a search for them. Applesauce is very acidic and some brands have added vitamin C (ascorbic acid) which makes them more acidic. This can...
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A19):


  • Member Statistics

    • Total Members
      131,852
    • Most Online (within 30 mins)
      7,748
    Cherie T
    Newest Member
    Cherie T
    Joined
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A20):

  • Forum Statistics

    • Total Topics
      121.4k
    • Total Posts
      1m
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A22):



  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A21):


  • Upcoming Events

  • Posts

    • Francis M
      The Happy Tart review

      By Francis M · Posted

      When my wife attempted to open the online card in the store with a cashier, it would not work. We then showed the owner the link to the card, the online receipt that I got upon purchase, and even my bank statement confirming the purchase. That did not satisfy her, since she said she needed the link to open to reveal the gift ID num. They even admitted they had a systems problem around that time.
    • trents
      The Happy Tart review

      By trents · Posted

      Was the card itself lost or just the record or both?
    • Francis M
      The Happy Tart review

      By Francis M · Posted

      We were flabergasted that the owner would not acknowledge a $50 e-gift card I purchased for my celiac wife. My wife tried to open it in the store and was informed there had been a system change and they could not find the record. No worries, she was told, just talk to management. Six months later, and numerous absurd back and forths, and the owner literally informs me there have been "bad actors", so she can't make good on this lost gift card. In other words, she accused me of lying and committing fraud... over $50! Please be careful with your orders and purchases here.
    • trents
      Ibuprofen

      By trents · Posted

      Yes, some people do get withdrawal from gluten but gluten withdrawal doesn't usually cause gut pain. Maybe more like general body aches and discomfort. We have articles on gluten withdrawal on this forum. You might do a search for them. Applesauce is very acidic and some brands have added vitamin C (ascorbic acid) which makes them more acidic. This can damage the stomach lining if you eat it too often. Especially if your stomach lining is already compromised. Ibuprofen inhibits the body's ability to rebuild the stomach's protective mucosal lining. That's why it can cause peptic ulcers. As strange as it may sound, low level irritation/inflammation stimulates the body to rebuild the stomach lining. There are two steps in this rebuilding process known as COX 1 and COX 2. Ibuprofen represses both COX 1 and COX 2. Celecoxcib, a prescription anti inflammatory, inhibits only COX 2, making it less likely to cause damage to the gut lining.
    • Colleen H
      Ibuprofen

      By Colleen H · Posted

      Do you or anyone know alot about ibuprofen  I wasn't sure if I was eating too much apple sauce.   Something is making my pain so much worse  I'm referring to the intense pins and needles in my feet and lower legs.  Jaw actually has tardive dystonia and muscle spasms throughout my back Almost like an opposite effect that a pain reliever would do. I'm fairly new to this. Whatever is going on seems to be worsening  Do people get a withdrawal effect from gluten?  It's extremely painful 😖  I'll post that question or research on the site  Thank you everyone for responding 
×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

NOTICE: This site places This site places cookies on your device (Cookie settings). on your device. Continued use is acceptance of our Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy.