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Originally Posted by SirTeddykins  meant to add that the steroid component is for the reduction of inflammation |
I understand that, and I certainly don't mean to offend anyone. I just tend to be rather cautious with steroid use as it has been greatly overused here.
There is also a possibilty (rather distinct possibility according to my allergist) that my auto-immune issues now were triggered by the over use of steroids when I was a kid. I was sensitive to vaccines, so the dr's would give me prednisolone when I was vaccinated. I am a walking disaster today.
The advice I was given by my vet on the extremely rare times we use topical steroids on my pets is that I should apply it with a tongue depresser and/or wear gloves. Be aware that you can absorb it by being in contact with Teddy. I have such powerful reactions to steroids now that I am not able to handle contact with an animal 'wearing' it.
That's why I am so extremly grateful to 4carolyn to pointing me in the direction of the Dermacton - it's really working wonders for Bug and I can still hold him and sleep with him.
I do wish you and Teddy all the very best!