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What Causes A Cluster Of Small Red Circles On Face In A Teenager?

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Posted on Sat, 27 Feb 2016
Question: I hope so. My 13 year old grandson has an area on his face with a cluster of small red circles or blotches. It is not sore. What could it be?
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Answered by Dr. Arun (19 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Could be allergic rash

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
Can you upload some pictures?
Based on your description it could be allergic rash or an infection.
Try calamine lotion twice daily on the affected area.
I need some pictures to give you more insight. Contact help desk if you need assistance for the same.
Wishing your grandson speedy recovery.
Regards
Dr
Arun
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What Causes A Cluster Of Small Red Circles On Face In A Teenager?

Brief Answer: Could be allergic rash Detailed Answer: Hi Thanks for writing to us. Can you upload some pictures? Based on your description it could be allergic rash or an infection. Try calamine lotion twice daily on the affected area. I need some pictures to give you more insight. Contact help desk if you need assistance for the same. Wishing your grandson speedy recovery. Regards Dr Arun