I am not taking any medication for Sarcoidosis but a dermatologist has injected the sores with cortico-steroids. I believe the underlying sores are healed but the skin is still discolored. I am looking for something to speed up the restoration of my natural skin color and lighten the dark bruises.
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Q: I have bruises on my knees as a side effect of Sarcoidosis. Can I use topical vitamin E to treat th
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11/13/08 5:14pm
Vitamin E topically is tricky cause it can cause topical allergies after some use. I'd try some vitamin K in a supplement and also try increasing my vitamin C intake and look into arnica pellets and bromelain cream.
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