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Written by Jim at 09 May 2002 10:01:43: Re: phimosis - kenalog?
As an answer to: Re: phimosis - kenalog? written by mp at 09 May 2002 07:33:08:
>I did mention to him that that I had been been reading about betamethasone and that's what I expected, but he said, like you, that they're both steroids and pretty much left it at that.
>Due to my unfamiliarity with such products there was not much else I could say about it.
>In fact, I was pleased b/c he suggested the cream before I even brought it up, which was a huge improvement over my gp who dismissed the idea of any cream helping phimosis out of hand.
>Now my main concern is that, as soon as I got home I tried to find info comparing the two, (and luckily stumbled onto this forum!) and somewhere got the impression that Kenalog 0.1% is weaker than betamethasone...
>Anyway, I hope this DrPaul will comment as you said.
>>Kenalog is a steroid also, but you'll have to wait for an answer from DrPaul
>>to get a medical opionion on this. It may be that your doctor is more familar
>>with this particular brand or formulation. Paul will know for sure. BTW, did
>>you ask the doctor while you were there? You know, it's always wise to
>>quesion them rather than not take a partnership role in your own health. A
>>good doctor will never be insulted because of your questioning him and should
>>welcome your interest. It certainly makes his day a lot more interesting.
Dr Paul has been quite busy lately running a fulltime practice, but don't fear. He's a good man who has your success in mind.