What Is Granuloma Annulare?
7. Treatment
Treatment is often not required, and the disease disappears on its own. Typically, GA goes away within two years. However, for many, the rash returns after it has apparently healed, though not necessarily immediately. There are times when treatment is recommended or desired. For those who have painful or itchy rashes, such as the type that occur with perforating GA, treatment is used to help ease the discomfort.
Medication is the standard treatment approach. Tacrolimus, isotretinoin and corticosteroids are all possibilities. These drugs are either topically applied or injected. A physician may also recommend medication when the rash is particularly large to aid in resolving the condition more quickly.
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