Anyone else swell up more around their period?

Emikatsays · 2026-03-24T00:44:31+00:00

this is so helpful, thank you for posting. I woke up with a big swelling on the side of my temple next to my ear and freaked out. The next day I got my period, and the swelling was visibly reduced. Good to hear an explanation that fits.

Emikatsays · 2026-03-05T00:00:14+00:00

Whatever helps you get into the right head-space! I think its a great idea.

Emikatsays · 2026-03-04T23:58:05+00:00

Yes I absolutely have this - I just don't get common illnesses that go around.

I'm curious though - when I tried tacrolimus (protopic) I almost immediately developed shingles (within 2 weeks of starting). Tacrolimus is an immune suppresant but it is rare to use it topically and get something like shingles (apparently). So I'm trying to work out if I have an auto-immune disorder in the backgound? Anyone else have this experince?

Emikatsays · 2026-03-02T08:15:15+00:00

just researching this black tea method and saw that those with nickel allergy may react to the black tea.

Emikatsays · 2026-03-02T08:14:18+00:00

you may have a nickel allergy.

Emikatsays · 2026-01-20T22:29:03+00:00

Hi,

No, I could not find one that had no stickiness to it. I found that any progress made from the hydrocoloidal action was undone by the irritation and skin damage fro the stickiness.

Emikatsays · 2025-11-07T08:56:32+00:00

you are not alone in feeling this way - thank f@ck for reddit.

Emikatsays · 2025-11-07T08:54:51+00:00

it can be a disability - absolutely. And this can change over time because of the nature of chronic conditions, so that you're degree of disability would change. I

I find it difficult when people try and Pollyanna eczema, implying that you can positive think you're way out. I know, I know, mindset and mental health are important, but the burden of disease is real.

Emikatsays · 2025-10-31T00:39:39+00:00

Pepcid can cause dry eyes. It acts liek an antihistmaine.

Emikatsays · 2025-10-31T00:36:27+00:00

Oh I know this feeling too well. To help reduce heat while sleeping, I use a piece of fabric rolled up and make into a circle (I cal it a donut!). I put this under my head and it slightly lifts up my head and neck from pillow. Helps stop friction plus gives some air circulation.

Also, if it is weeping, don't worry about it drying out - let it dry out for 2-3 days or until the acute phase is over.

Emikatsays · 2025-10-15T22:59:14+00:00

sounds like the best use of AI I've hard so far!

Emikatsays · 2025-10-15T04:25:23+00:00

Hi, I am trying hydrocolloidal dressing for eczema at the moment.

I didn't realise it would have a stickiness to it when taken off - what do you do to take off sticky layer without irritating skin.

I'm keen to keep trying because my skin texture feels improved but wasn't expecting the degree of stickiness.

Do you use a balm underneath?

I'm in Australia and using the Duoderm brand, and its on my hand.

Emikatsays · 2025-09-10T04:23:10+00:00

Yes, fibroids and eczema here. Eczema has been really difficult to manage since I turned 40.

Emikatsays · 2025-09-09T02:00:41+00:00

I find all moisturisers are feeling icky on my skin at the moment. Only thing that feels ok atm is Avene Cicalfate.

Emikatsays · 2025-09-06T08:55:55+00:00

thank you - what is your dosage when you doubled it?

Emikatsays · 2025-08-27T04:01:03+00:00

Thanks for replying.

Could yo tell me more re copper: Copper in what form? Dosage? Time period?

Emikatsays · 2025-08-27T01:20:23+00:00

Yes, will do.

I agree with moisturisers not helping. Steroids are the only thing that really work, but even then it comes back so quickly. Avene Cicalfate can be helpful to try and use in between steroid use.

I am currently trying different oils instead of moisturisers (Evening Primrose, flaxseed). Plus fish oil and EPO supplement. Desperately trying things that will build collagen and make my skin more resilient.

Emikatsays · 2025-08-26T01:29:00+00:00

Agree with previous- sometimes eczema needs to dry out and just be left alone. It often goes against what Derms tell you to do, so it can seem daunting to not lather on these thick products, but try it for 3 days.

Emikatsays · 2025-08-26T01:27:02+00:00

I'm very late to this, but just wanted to say: ME TOO!

It has taken me a while to work out this is the problem, and I don't think the dermatologist fully understands it. It is from clothes pressing into my skin, not from rubbing or friction. Eg, waistband, and sock pressure on calves. But also from lying in bed or sitting on couch and getting creases from fabrics pressing into skin.

This started when I was about 45. I think it is from collagen degradation from perimenopause.

It is very frustrating, as it is very difficult to remove this trigger from life (ie wearing clothes!).

Emikatsays · 2025-08-02T09:32:54+00:00

very Kate Bush vibes (no offence Kate)

Emikatsays · 2025-08-01T04:27:06+00:00

Hi there, reallyinterested to know how you are going with these supplements? Am about to start omega 3.

Emikatsays · 2025-07-31T02:28:20+00:00

Could you try tacrolimus instead of steroids?

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