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Suggest Treatment For Recurring Rash On The Face

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Posted on Thu, 16 Jul 2015
Question: I have a reoccurring rash on my face. Red splotches. Does not seem like roseacea. It will be there on a given day and then go away for a period of time.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Photo aggravated lesion

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Red splotches on face suggest photo aggravated lesions.
It can be either polymorphic light eruption or rosaceae.
I would like to know whether you have any rashes on other parts of body ?
Is there photosensitivity ?
Is there a seasonal variation ?
Please answer the above and upload a photograph of the involved area.
This will help me in giving a closer diagnosis.
Waiting for your response.
Thank you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (32 minutes later)
Hello, I am curious about an estimate on when to expect feedback?

Hello Dr. XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
Please see my answers below:
I would like to know whether you have any rashes on other parts of body ? No
Is there photosensitivity ? No
Is there a seasonal variation ? not seasonal.
I have applied a topical ointment (Cortisone 10) it seems to have made it feel better. I will be uploading a pic for you. Note that it actually is in my ear.

Hello, following up in regards to my picture upload and whether or not you have any questions. I was hoping to understand if you have a diagnosis?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (19 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Rosaceae

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the follow up and photograph.
It's looking like mild rosaceae.
I treat such cases with topical metronidazole cream in night and sunscreen in day.
You can try this for s week and see response.
Let me know if you have any other doubt.
Thank you
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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Suggest Treatment For Recurring Rash On The Face

Brief Answer: Photo aggravated lesion Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for the query. Red splotches on face suggest photo aggravated lesions. It can be either polymorphic light eruption or rosaceae. I would like to know whether you have any rashes on other parts of body ? Is there photosensitivity ? Is there a seasonal variation ? Please answer the above and upload a photograph of the involved area. This will help me in giving a closer diagnosis. Waiting for your response. Thank you.