Splotchy cheeks?

For the majority of my life i have had mild rosy cheeks, nothing that really bothered me and didn't really affect me much, they got alittle redder when I drank but it didnt bother me. Just recently returned home from europe and since than one of my cheeks has turned exceptionally splotchy and far redder than it ever was before. I am 20 and Its has caused me to start getting facial flushing which has only made things worse. My doctor prescribed me Inderal and then shooed me out the door as if she didnt care. I asked her to book me a dermatologist appointment but she hasnt gotten back to me in over 2 months.
I have been home from europe now for 8 months and the cheek has only gotten worse. It now is constantly red and it just seems to be getting worse and worse.

The triggers seems to get gradually worse over the course of the day, sun , florescent lights, boose, sexual activity, Fitness all make it worse.

The thing is it feels almost itchy, and uncomfortable all day. Its as if I can feel my face burning.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
It can be due to sensitive skin or rosacea. Treatment options vary from antibiotic creams, antihistaminics, sun screens to laser treatment. A dermatologist’s evaluation will be the best. Also if it presents in certain stressful circumstances then treatment includes anti anxiety medicines and beta blockers. Severe cases may need endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (ETS).
I hope it helps. Take care and regards.