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by aminroop, Jan 19, 2009 05:03AM
i'm a 23 yr old indian female. around 1 month ago i hav severe itching over one side of my face. then i thought something had bitten me..after that i develodd redness over my rt nasolabial area.since the redness n rough skin persisted, i consulted a dermatologist who said it was seborrhic dermatitis and prescribed anti fungal cream. after that there was flaking off and peeling of skin. the redness still persists...no itching after that initial episode. pls help!
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by Bhupinder Kaur, MD, Jan 19, 2009 06:49AM
To: aminroop
Hello,

From the symptoms that you have mentioned,it sounds like seborrheic dermatitis or eczema.

Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition that causes flaky,dry, white to yellowish scales to form on oily areas esp under the nose or anywhere on face. You can treat flaking and dryness with over-the-counter dandruff or medicated shampoos. Shampoo the hair vigorously and frequently (preferably daily). Active ingredients in these shampoos include salicylic acid, coal tar, zinc, resorcin, ketoconazole, or selenium.

If the symptoms persist,then it would be best to get it confirmed from a dermatologist
Eczema has to be ruled out then .

Hope it helps.Take care and regards.


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