rash on my face

[enjoi01]

Got this rash started out under my lip then slowly stared spreading around my mouth n on my lips.. n now is on my chin n cheeck. Its red n dry n itchy. Is there anything u can recommend over the counter ?!

[enjoi01]

I got better thank you. I bought some benadryl cream and  that did the trick.! :)

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
It can be due to contact dermatitis or perioral dermatitis. Perioral dermatitis is a chronic papulopustular and eczematous facial dermatitis. Treatment consists of oral antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs. A mild soap or soap substitute, such as Dove or Cetaphil should be used for washing. Scrubbing should be avoided.

If the symptoms are not controlled by topical antibiotics,then oral antibiotics may be needed.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.