Have Been Wearing Surgical N95; Sliding Down And Rubbing On

Posted on Mon, 6 Jul 2020

Question: Have been wearing surgical N95; sliding down and rubbing on nose a bit. History of fracture high on bridge (at hump) and severe deviated septum on L. After wearing mask approx 1 week ago, tingling and a line of swelling bilaterally on distal bridge. Some allergic rhinitis recently; no history of rosacea or other comorbidity. What could line of swelling be and what should I try to resolve? I have photos. Where do I send them?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (34 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Add oral antihistamines

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service..I have gone through your query and viewed the image.

Seems like some allergic reaction to the mask- a dermatitis. I suggest you to take an oral antihistamine e.g cetirizine 10mg tablet once a day for a few days. Topically you may continue with hydrocortisone 1% cream

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance

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