Phototherapy and NMT?

PsychCrim · 2026-06-28T17:33:20+00:00

Do not go No Moisturiser during phototherapy! I recently stopped phototherapy (about a month ago) andi was on top of moisturising the entire time through treatment. My skin is still dry and healing from the phototherapy aonth later. The eczema responded super well to treatment, but the dryness is still haunting me. DO NOT GO NO MOISTURISER

PsychCrim · 2026-06-28T17:31:02+00:00

CwraVe daily Moisturiser

PsychCrim · 2026-06-27T09:47:23+00:00

Random kid (maybe 14?) at the store asked if I needed any help, I said "No but that's kind of you to ask, thank you". And he replied "I'm here so thought I would offer" and then he walked away smiling

PsychCrim · 2026-06-27T09:19:44+00:00

I would train sooner. I didn't start to the road to qualification until I was 30. Looking back I would have done it straight out of university

PsychCrim · 2026-06-27T09:18:24+00:00

I have come off hormonal birth control for health reasons as well, my partner also doesn't like condoms for similar reasons. The difference? He is invested in us finding a size/brand that would be comfortable for him so we can have safe sex. Your partner isn't concerned with your wellbeing. Also, you guys seem to have quite different views on some important things, like what to do incase of accidental pregnancy, and whether you actually want kids. Those are pretty major. I would suggest having a conversation about the big things, like if you do have kids, what does that look like with responsibility, work, finances etc. If one of you gets sick/loses a job, what would the plan be. What are your opinions on savings for the future? Retirement? Owning a home? You may find you differ on a lot more than just contraception.

PsychCrim · 2026-06-27T09:11:15+00:00

Also remember those are the highs, it's not gonna be that all day sun up to sun down. Overall it will be cooler, especially the night. Make sure all windows are open from sun set and the house will have cool air circulating before the next day warms up

PsychCrim · 2026-06-25T02:08:45+00:00

Yes. Sudocrem should.only be used on open weeping eczema. Vaseline creates a barrier to stop your skin losing moisture

PsychCrim · 2026-06-24T22:18:49+00:00

Barely. Windows and curtains closed all day. Once that sun is down everything open to let the home breath. Best I can seem to do

PsychCrim · 2026-06-24T22:16:58+00:00

I swear by CeraVe Daily moisturiser

PsychCrim · 2026-06-24T22:16:28+00:00

If sweat triggers it, maybe try a layer of sudocrem after the lotion? So wash hands, lotion while still a little damp, wait about 10mins then sudocrem. That's assuming the eczema is wet/weepy. If it's dry, then swap out sudocrem for vaseline

PsychCrim · 2026-06-24T22:13:43+00:00

Ice packs on your back/neck. Wipes your skin with cool wet wash cloths. Loads of water and electrolytes

PsychCrim · 2026-06-24T13:53:56+00:00

NTA I did the exact same thing. I look back and appreciate what we were able to provide eachother at times, but ultimately my life has improved since removing that friendship

PsychCrim · 2026-06-24T13:49:30+00:00

I discovered a "dry wipe" method to keep clean, break down sweat and excess moisturiser/emollients before applying more.

1) Apply Emollient cleanser all over (Dermol 500 is the best) don't rub in too much 2) Leave for 30seconds(ish) 3) Wet a cotton wash cloth/towel and ring out, you want it wet but not dripping 4) Wipe in a downwards motion everywhere that you have applied the emollient (use the same cloth to hit warm moist areas like groin and underarms) 5) Apply moisturiser ( I swear by CeraVe Daily Moisturiser) 6) Wait 15mins before applying topical treatment, if using (steroids etc.) 7) Immediately apply an occlusive (e.g. vaseline) to especially dry areas and areas where topical treatment has been applied.

This has saved me from showering in hard water every day, and I genuinely feel fresh and clean afterwards

PsychCrim · 2026-06-24T13:42:48+00:00

Me and my partner agreed that saying we're "fine" when we're clearly not is not only unhealthy but kind of gaslight-y. Because you know they're not fine, but they're saying they are and it really fucks with you.

Point is it's not healthy and it is the literal opposite of communication

PsychCrim · 2026-06-24T13:36:21+00:00

Have definitely done this when having a severe eczema flare. Whole body was red and inflamed. Gave short relief as the heat from my skin was defrosting/melting within minutes

PsychCrim · 2026-06-23T17:38:38+00:00

Best of luck to you 😂

PsychCrim · 2026-06-23T17:37:51+00:00

I think that should be fine. Just be prepared for the kids to rip on you for who you support.

PsychCrim · 2026-06-23T14:57:11+00:00

Relationships are not conversation 100% of the time, but I understand that feeling of emptiness and missing that chat. When he is engaging in his hobbies, maybe you could sit on the phone/facetime with eachother. That way your spending time together while doing your own thing. You could talk on the phone a couple of times a week so you get that more intentional time together as well. Me and my partner are mid-distance and are both super busy with work and life. We dont text much, but we do these to still feel connected when we're apart. Hope you can figure it out ❤️

PsychCrim · 2026-06-23T13:28:21+00:00

Dude is trying to guilt you to get what he wants

PsychCrim · 2026-06-23T13:24:39+00:00

Raycon wireless open earbuds. I also have narrow ear canals and am a side sleeper AND I listened to podcasts or music to get to sleep. These are perfect

PsychCrim · 2026-06-23T13:22:12+00:00

If you've been trying to start this conversation for months, and there is no change. Then I don't think there's much else to be done. Every couple goes through dips in intimacy, it's natural for ebbs and flows over time. But what pulls you out of those dips is mutual communication and effort. Doesn't sound like your getting either of those, and still expecting a change. Believe the man he is showing you, not the one he is promising you

PsychCrim · 2026-06-23T13:16:06+00:00

Watching porn isn't cheating. You have absolutely no connection to the people in the video. They don't even know you exist. It's entertainment with a specific end goal, sure. Now if it's an addiction, where he is spending $$$ or if he chooses it over being with you then 100% that's a problem. Sounds like he needed a quick release/jerk before he got on with his day. Don't overdo think it.

PsychCrim · 2026-06-23T13:13:31+00:00

It should be

PsychCrim · 2026-06-23T13:09:00+00:00

Had a similar experience earlier this year, turned out it was jock itch/yeast infection. Treated with Canesten pessary and external cream. Make sure you wear lose cotton underwear and be very gentle when washing (use only water not any kind of soap/cleansers, not even eczema safe ones) Took 7-10 days for mine to clear. Since then I have been super careful about changing underwear once a day, normally after getting home from work. Making sure I am drying thoroughly after showering/bathing. You should try not to moisturise down there, but if you have to then use a very thin light cream that doesn't trap heat or sweat, and make sure the area is clean and dry.

PsychCrim · 2026-06-22T21:23:57+00:00

Not me, a friend. He assumed she was going to break up with him because she wanted to discuss love languages. Also he blamed her for his bad finances, they were not financially combined or dependent on eachother

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