Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
What Causes Redness And Warmth On Cheeks?
Question: every morning it seems I wake up with my right cheek rosy red and warm it seems to go away later in the day not sure what it could be???
Brief Answer:
Possibility of Erysipelis
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthacare-Magic
Greetings of the day
Possibility of Eysipalis or discoid lupus erythematosis is to be considered.
Diagnosis of any skin condition requires good history and clinical examination.
I would like some more information
1. Since how long is the lesion present?
2. Is it associated with itching or discharge
3. Is any other area of body involved
4. Are you presently on any medication?
5. Do you suffer from seborrhoeic dermatitis of scalp
It would also be helpful if you could provide me with clinical photograph
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr T Shobha Deepak
MBBS,MD
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
in reference to my rosey cheek
it started about a month ago on and off
no itching or discharge
no other area of the body
I am on high blood pressure and cholesterol medicine
no suffering from seborrhoeic dermatitis of the scalp
it just appears could it be from nerves???
Brief Answer:
Possibily fixed drug reaction
Detailed Answer:
Dear Ms
Possibility of drug induced fixed drug reaction is to be considered in view of scenario of drug intake.
I would suggest you to get back to me with clinical photograph.
Local application of Mometasone cream will be helpful along with Chlorpheniramine tablet 4 mg once a day at bedtime.
Take Care
Regards
Dr Shobha
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
