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What Causes Red And Itchy Areas Over The Forehead With Blisters?

Posted on Tue, 13 Oct 2015

Question: possible insect bite on forehead, red,sometimes ichy, now some more bumps , one on eyelid, eye discomfort, going on 5days, not much change

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Need not be insect bite

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thanks for the query

Red and itchy areas over the forehead with blisters need not be insect bite. It could be herpes zoster. I can help you in a better way if you could send me a picture of it.
For now

1. Do not scratch the area. Apply calamine lotion over it for a soothing effect
2. Tab Avil can be taken twice daily to reduce the inflammation and redness
3. Meet a dermatologist as soon as possible, because it has involved your eye as well

I hope I was of help, if you have any further queries please get back to me

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (12 hours later)

Thank-you for response, one other thing, starting yesterday have felt feverish with haedaches. I rarely ever feel this way.

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (10 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Symptomatic care

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thanks for getting back with the details. I suggest symptomatic relief with acetaminophen/paracetamol, you can take this up to three times a day. However before taking the drug please make sure to check your temperature.

Please approach a dermatologist soon

Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Neel Kudchadkar