thoughts or solutions on granuloma annulare?

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Anyone have any tips on how to get rid of these spots?! My dermatologist recommended steroid injections as a last result. Has anyone done this? Ive tried the steroid cremes and its done NOTHING.

Also, anyone have any clue how long this lasts?! It been about 7 months for me. UGH. I hate it!
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Does anyone have a cure for generalized granuloma annulare?

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I don't think anyone has a cure for it but this site might make useful reading.
http://dermatology.cdlib.org/114/NYU/NYUtexts/1116044.html  (+ info)

Is there anyone out there who has or has had 'Granuloma annulare', ?

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I have read up on it but would like to hear from anyone who has experienced this. Thank you.
No, but if you Google granuloma annulare ther is masses of info.
I know you want someone who has personal experience of it, but if all else fails there is stuff on line.  (+ info)

Information about Granuloma Annulare?

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I am 20 years old and 70lbs overweight! Not good! I have been struggling to lose weight for quite some time now. I used to be in a good weight range until I began taking medication for depression. I have discontinued use of depression meds (i am currently on no meds) however, the battle with the weight I gained while on the meds (70lbs) has been a real struggle.

I went to the doctors today with a rash on my foot that I thought might have been ringworm. To my dismay, the doctor suggested that it is Granuloma Annulare - something that people occasionly get before becoming diabetic!!

I have noticed some more discolored spots on my foot (very faint ones) and I'm getting very nervous.

Any information would be very helpful. The doctor said that there is no treatment - and that it could last for months or even years. I want to get healthy - I need help.
I had many blood tests done about 3 months ago for diabetes (sugar, gluclose) - a 3 hour test.. and they all came back okay.
Your doctor is correct...there is no treatment for granuloma annulare. It comes and goes, sometimes for several years, and then will suddenly clear up and go away.

If the lesions bother you tremendously, you can ask your doctor for a prescription strength cortisone cream.

Usually diabetes is only suspected if you have generalized granuloma annulare...that means that your entire body is affected. In that case, usually a biopsy and testing is done for diagnosis.

Since only your foot is affected and all your labwork was fine, try not to worry about it. Just continue with the hard struggle (and yes, I know how hard it is) to lose weight. Losing weight will help you acheive your goal of getting healthy! Good luck!  (+ info)

Is "granuloma annulare" conected with the liver?

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Granuloma annulare is sometimes associated with diabetes, thyroid disease and a positive HIV status but usually occurs with normally healthy people. Althought the cause is still unknown, I've not come across any link to the liver or liver disorders.  (+ info)

Treatment for granuloma annulare?

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Teen has recurrent itching and painful rash on hands that occur every spring for about 4 years. Biopsy was positive for granuloma annulare vs. erythema multiforme. Seeing new dermatologist soon and wanted to know of any treatment for this?
This is the cancer section. You may be more successful in getting a good answer in the "skin conditions section"  (+ info)

Successful treatment of Granuloma Annulare?

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I've had this skin condition for about 15 years. It's never gone away, and has gotten worse over time. Back then the doctor said there was no treatment.

Sure is ugly! Comments or suggestions, please.
at the bottom of the page is several treatment possiblities hey i learned something today didnt know about it. now one more thing for me to be aware of at work haha  (+ info)

Has anyone had any success treating granuloma annulare?

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What is granuloma annulare disease?

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I was told for 3 months that my 3 year old daughter had ring worm by 4 different doctors, than a trip to the skin doctor and she tells me it is granuloma annulare disease has put her on 3 different medications in 8 weeks and nothing is working, now she wantws to check her eyes and she if she is a dieabetic. I want to know what this granuloma is, is there something natural or herbal I can use, and is there any one with this disease that I can talk to???????

Please I need answers. Jennifer
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can anyone give information of treatment for GRANULOMA ANNULARE ?

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How is granuloma annulare treated?

Because granuloma annulare may be symptomless, no treatment is needed. The lesions may go away by themselves in a few months. Some may take years.

However, if there are many areas, or ones that are cosmetically undesirable, there are several options. Your dermatologist may prescribe a steroid cream to apply, or inject steroids directly into the spot to help it disappear faster. Steroids can thin the skin and should be used according to your dermatologist’s directions.

PUVA is a special kind of ultraviolet light therapy. It is sometimes used for people with widespread disease under the close supervision of a dermatologist. The major side effect of PUVA is sunburn-type reactions. Other oral medications may be indicated. It is important to see a dermatologist and get the correct diagnosis and the appropriate therapy.  (+ info)

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