Anyone had a reaction to Coconut Oil?
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Im not sure if it's a coincidence but I started using coconut oil a few months ago, I found it to be very soothing when I'm having an LS flare up. However I have found since using it that I have developed a sore bottom. The skin between my cheeks has become inflamed and it's uncomfortable when sitting. I have researched allergies to coconut oil and it would appear not all people are suited to it whether using it internally or externally. I intend going back to using Emu oil instead to see if it clears up or if it is coincidental but just wondered if anyone else has had any problems.
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sheila49099 Hazel1962
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possible.
lorna65 Hazel1962
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I have just received a tub of Coconut oil and used it for the first time on Saturday night, I woke up the next morning and I was extremely red and sore, I had also used the baking soda rinse for the first time, so not exactly sure which one caused the eruption, but have gone back to my Epaderm and tonight it is slightly calmer. I am just trying to get something that helps other than the Dermovate.
Trial and Error ........
Hazel1962 lorna65
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kate207 Hazel1962
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Guppy007 Hazel1962
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hanny32508 Hazel1962
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wendy16574 Hazel1962
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jackie73005 Hazel1962
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Hazel1962 jackie73005
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It would appear it's not good for everyone!
ive stopped using it to see if the redness and soreness clears up, it may be coincidence but may not.
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hanny32508 jackie73005
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Chrisy Hazel1962
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Our bodies are constantly changing as we get older. Hormone fluctuations, food intake and emotional states all make a difference to how we tolerate things. I am sure there are many other things that alter our tolerances. I hope you find something that helps you soon. My successes in calming down redness has been clobetasol ointment as soon as I have problems with Epaderm to wash and moisturise with letting the ointment work for at least one hour before using the Epaderm. I also use a Bicarbonate of Soda solution to soak in twice a week which has really helped. I have also used Manuka Honey on a bad tear with good results too after an operation catheter caused me real problems.
Hazel1962 Chrisy
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I am going to see if things calm down after cutting it out and then try the Bicorbonate washes. I have gone back to using Clob every day which always helps. Trouble is I am just going through the menopause and not sure if that is also causing problems with all the hormone changes. It's a tough life!
Chrisy Hazel1962
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wendy16574 Chrisy
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hanny32508 wendy16574
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Winter is fine, summer is trying. I love to cross country ski and do well with the cold. My LS loves cold. But when it gets too hot in summer, I too often stay inside with the airconditioner. And since it is advised not to swim in the lake or public swimming pool I feel very limited during summer temperatures.
wendy16574 hanny32508
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