I've had necrobiosis lipoidica for 12 yrs. I also went though a 2 & 1/2 yr. period dealing with squamous cell cancers on the ulcerated areas. Two years ago I was tested for a gluten allergy, which came back positive. Today my NLD is under control - no ulcerations, no inflammation, no cancers, no sensitivity to touch, AND a return to a somewhat normal looking skin. I must do 3 things to achieve this degree of normalcy - stay off gluten, take Oracea,and take Plaquenil (both meds prescribed by my dermatologist at NYU medical center in NYC. FYI I am not a diabetic. I hope this info helps you. Good Luck.
