Will tea tree oil help dermatitis?

my friend said his doctor diagnosed him with dermatitis. The cortisone cream he was given isn't working. He keeps "flaring up" on and off...He thinks he's been missdiagnosed. The rash is on the sides of his face and ear lobes. He said it itches (allot), and sometimes leaks yellowish fluid. If anyone has any suggestions, we're all ears....

Yes, but only temporarly. You must see your dermatologist and seek a cream with betametasona (a chemical related with cortisone).
The brand that you can get easy is Diprosone by Schering Plough.
Also check is that an alergy an McGovern Clinic in Houston, excelent results.

probably not... Tea tree oil contains antibiotic properties and may actually aggravate dermatitis even further.

For self care try:

* Avoid scratching whenever possible. Cover the itchy area with a dressing, if you can't keep from scratching it. Trim nails and wear gloves at night.
* Dress appropriately. Doing so may help you avoid excessive sweating.
* Wear smooth-textured cotton clothing. This will help you avoid irritation.
* Avoid other irritants. These include wool carpeting, bedding and clothes, and harsh soaps and detergents.

I think the best thing to try is aloe. It is great for a lot of skin problems (works wonders on burns). If you don't have the plant, check your drugstore or health food store. It comes in liquid, cream, and gel forms. Just rub it onto the affected areas. The gel is closest to the plant form. It's a little gooey but feels so wonderful on your skin. Hope this helps.

i heard that it does so i tried it and it didn't work for me