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7536698 tn?1391732481

Skin infection or irritation?

My face has red, peeling areas that look like there are pustules in the areas.  I have had them for about a month.  They do not itch.  They are mostly on my upper lip by my nose and on my chin.  The size is about a dime to quarter sized.  Should I apply Neosporin or hydrocortisone?  Is there some where I can post a picture?
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7536698 tn?1391732481
Thank you for your input!!  I appreciate it!
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Possibly Perioral dermatitis. Steroid cremes re contraindicated, antibiotic creme ok provided there is no allergy. Do consult your doc.
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7536698 tn?1391732481
Wasn't sure how to post a pic since I'm new here, but my profile pic shows my problem.  I cleaned the area and applied hydrocortisone cream.  This is what they look like after that.
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7536698 tn?1391732481
A few of the pustules have come to a head and I squeeze out some white discharge, but for the most part the discharge is clear when I peel off the dried out skin from them.
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