Dry skin advice

[cheesephetamine]

Hi. I wonder if anyone can give me any advice on how to manage my dry skin. I get this weird patches on my belly, buttocks, back and sometimes arms of dry skin that looks like cigarette burns (see pic attached). They flake and peel. I also get eczema on my face, ears and scalp. I would like to know if this is likely to subside with normal levels once my levo kicks in. I have always had sensitive skin but this last two years it’s getting ridiculous!

[veryland]

I just switched to a weaker NDT dessicated med and am having an eczema breakout on my shoulders and back................not sure if I am going hypo since I have not had blood tests yet.

[Tugun]

Hi,

See if a skin specialist has any ideas. Maybe it's a different type of eczema or psoriasis? In the last few years, my sister got a rash (different to yours) on her belly and back etc. It disappeared when she cut out certain foods that she had become allergic to and reappears when she doesn't stay away from those certain foods. A skin condition is often a reflection on what is happening inside the body.

[McPammy]

I found I had dry skin when my medication wasn’t optimal.

Even a Dr prescribed medication for my skin complaint that I later realised wasn’t required.

I needed T3 but was only on T4 Levothyroxine at the time. Now I’ve started T3 my skin is clear and smooth. I wasn’t expecting this result. Try checking your bloods and see if the results are optimal.

[m7-cola in reply to McPammy]

I had a similar experience. I too was given skin cream when what I needed was T3. Simples!

[Britomartis29 in reply to McPammy]

This was true for me too.

[helvella Administrator Thyroid UK]

When people have skin issues, I often post this link:

dermnetnz.org/

It is a site for skin issues and has numerous photographs. We all know that there is more to it than "looks like" and some diagnoses require biopsies or other techniques. But it is a start.

I suspect most people would think it easier to look on that site themsleves and compare their real skin with the Dermnet photos than for people here to try to match your photo to Dermnet.

[Rennixon]

That’s psoriasis no doubt about it. The way you describe it is classic. Go to doctor & ask to be referred to dermatology. In the meantime same routine as eczema emollient daily. Try something from the pharmacy especially for psoriasis- not saying it will work but better than the steroid creams the dr may give you. Also start using natural cream and shampoo. Try Caurnie soaperie caurnie.com/epages/95000082... - brilliant nettle products. I’ve used for years. If your levels are off the condition will be worse- one of my warning signs - good luck x

[cheesephetamine]

Thanks everyone

[SlowDragon Administrator]

You are currently extremely hypothyroid, looking at your later post

Assuming cause is autoimmune, you will need Coeliac blood test

Gluten intolerance extremely common development with autoimmune thyroid disease

[cheesephetamine in reply to SlowDragon]

I have a very high suspicion my husban might be sensitive to gluten. He is getting a home test this week and if he is positive we will both go gluten free so that could be a good idea. If he is negative ill get tested myself. Any recommendations for home test for me? cheers

[SlowDragon Administrator in reply to cheesephetamine]

amazon.co.uk/SELFCheck-Coel...

Might find one cheaper

[cheesephetamine in reply to SlowDragon]

oh that's the one i got hubby! ill wait and see what his results are. I honestly doubt I'm coeliac tho i don't have any symptoms (i think)

[SlowDragon Administrator in reply to cheesephetamine]

Suggest you read my profile...I had zero gut symptoms

[cheesephetamine in reply to SlowDragon]

I will try and get the nurse to add the test tomorrow to my bloods (but i suspect she wont, i am myself a gp nurse and I do not add tests my patients ask me to... so... maybe i need to press the GP for the vitamins and coealiac screen)

[SlowDragon Administrator in reply to cheesephetamine]

Cheap test here

lloydspharmacy.com/en/selfc...

[SlowDragon Administrator in reply to cheesephetamine]

Psoriasis is autoimmune

[cheesephetamine in reply to SlowDragon]

i dont have psoriasis it is most likely eczema

[SlowDragon Administrator in reply to cheesephetamine]

Looks like psoriasis

[vocalEK in reply to SlowDragon]

Could not find that test on Amazon US site. Did find this one:

Gluten ID: DNA Test for Gluten Sensitivity and Celiac Risk

by Targeted Genomics

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Price:$95.00 ($0.10 / Count)

Celiac genetics / Gluten intolerence test

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Recommended for screening at risk family members and those with auto immune diseases.

Highly accurate Cost effective One time test

Medically recognized screening alternative to small bowel biopsy and TTG antibody testing for celiac disease

[cheesephetamine in reply to vocalEK]

i am doing the food sensitivity test by smartblood however i will not send the blood until Tuesday as it is bank holiday on Monday here and i do not want the blood to sit around in the post box for days!

[2leapittoo]

I had goitrecremoved approx l year on levo 25 one day 50 next. Right from the start I have what some call age spots. Obvious and worrying mainly down my arms, hand tops and large on chin. They are light brown rough edged quite large. I am 75 yrs had melanoma 7 years ago but these are not dark. Only past 4 months, any ideas why.?

[SlowDragon Administrator in reply to 2leapittoo]

2leapittoo

Just Replied on your own post...your likely under medicated

[vocalEK]

I had a terrible time with brittle, splitting fingernails. Someone recommended Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides. A scoop dissolves completely when I pour hot coffee over it and has no flavor or after-taste. Supposedly hair, skin, and nails are all impacted by collagen. It has helped my nails tremendously, and my skin is great. It hasn't touched my hair loss, though.