red flaky area on the sides of the nose

[onlyneedsadvice]

I get a red flaky rash on each side of my nose every winter. It's only in the creases, and it doesn't spread. It's flaky, red, and oily. It only slightly itches, not alot. There are no bumps or swelling, and it goes away around February/March. It doesn't seem to be any type of dermatitis or eczema. Anyone know who this is?

[onlyneedsadvice]

There are no other symptoms, just flaky skin in the sides of my nose, and only the sides. it happens once a year, and started about a year ago (so i think it has to do with make up) it will probably disappear once more this spring, and come back next November. i will definitely look into Seborrheic dermatitis.

[Dr Santos]

Hi,
How are you? Are there other symptoms present?  Seborrheic dermatitis is a common, inflammatory skin condition that causes flaky, white to yellowish scales with or without reddened skin. It can be due to a combination of an over production of skin oil and irritation from a yeast (malessizia). Stress, fatigue, weather extremes, oily skin, and even obesity may also increase the risk. Check also with your doctor for direct clinical examination. Take care and do keep us posted.

[JGF25]

Check out this older link

http://www.medhelp.org/posts/Dermatology/Flaky-skin-on-the-sides-of-nose/show/239701