Call me tree beard

I often over share on this blog, and thought nothing of broadcasting my problems with depression, post-partum depression, IBS, weight-loss and if I go back through the more than 7 years of blog posts, likely even more silly and embarrassing topics. But this one I am having a hard time sharing - but because I love the depth of knowledge and advice in the blog world, here was go.

I have lichen planus. Go ahead. Google it. I'll wait.



In the whole scheme of things, it's really just an annoying, persistent rash. Thankfully, mine is NOT in my lady parts, in my scalp or in my mouth. Because that would be awful and painful. Instead, it is covering I'd estimate between one-third and two-thirds of my body. Mine include obnoxious little dots, 1" diameter rings (annular lichen planus) and a disgusting 6" hypertropic lichen planus on the back of my right calf. And itchy beyond belief. On the plus side, I don't have diabetes or Hep C, which are usually underlying conditions. On the negative, this shit can takes months to years to clear up.

Thankfully I'm in the hands if two talented local dermatologists - one who just said "oh dear" when she saw my skin. Hopefully the combination of phototherapy (think tanning bed) and steroid creams, I'll clear up soon.

In the meantime, I'm reaching out to find out if natural or holistic remedies have worked. I have read a lot about liver cleanses being moderately successful. How about diet eliminations? Diet additions? Voodoo dolls, witch doctors and virgin sacrifices? I am willing to give any of those a try.

Thanks blog world, you know I love you.