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What Causes Swelling And A Small Itchy Rash On Forehead?
Question: Hi,
I am Rishitha stays in USA, suffering with swelling on my forehead and a small rash. and the swell is moving slowly towards eyes and nose. small itching is also there. Find me a solution for this. Thank You.
I am Rishitha stays in USA, suffering with swelling on my forehead and a small rash. and the swell is moving slowly towards eyes and nose. small itching is also there. Find me a solution for this. Thank You.
Brief Answer:
Seems to be local infection. Needs management as below!!!
Detailed Answer:
Welcome to HCM!
I appreciate your consultation and trust in this health forum. It is my pleasure to assist you today.
This seems to be an infection locally that have caused the symptoms like this. Usually a bacterium called Staph. aureus cause such infections. Bacteria reside on our skin all the time.
You need to consult your Physician for a prescription of:
Clindamycin by mouth if not allergic to. You need to complete the course of medication as per your Physician's advice.
Ibuprofen by mouth to relieve pain and swelling in the area.
Apply Procort topical ointment on the affected area for better relief.
Keep a judicious supply of clean drinking water and remain physically active as much as you can. Wash your face with Neutrogenna Face wash and use oil free lotion for moisturizing the facial skin. Apply sunscreen lotion SPF-60 when going out in direct sunlight.
If you feel nothing is helping anymore for you please consult a local Dermatologist for proper evaluation and management. Your PCP will help you refer to the local Dermatologist in your area.
Please feel free to ask me more if you need further assistance. I will be happy to assist. If satisfied here, please click on Close the Discussion and add your valuable feedback.
Regards!
Seems to be local infection. Needs management as below!!!
Detailed Answer:
Welcome to HCM!
I appreciate your consultation and trust in this health forum. It is my pleasure to assist you today.
This seems to be an infection locally that have caused the symptoms like this. Usually a bacterium called Staph. aureus cause such infections. Bacteria reside on our skin all the time.
You need to consult your Physician for a prescription of:
Clindamycin by mouth if not allergic to. You need to complete the course of medication as per your Physician's advice.
Ibuprofen by mouth to relieve pain and swelling in the area.
Apply Procort topical ointment on the affected area for better relief.
Keep a judicious supply of clean drinking water and remain physically active as much as you can. Wash your face with Neutrogenna Face wash and use oil free lotion for moisturizing the facial skin. Apply sunscreen lotion SPF-60 when going out in direct sunlight.
If you feel nothing is helping anymore for you please consult a local Dermatologist for proper evaluation and management. Your PCP will help you refer to the local Dermatologist in your area.
Please feel free to ask me more if you need further assistance. I will be happy to assist. If satisfied here, please click on Close the Discussion and add your valuable feedback.
Regards!
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
if I use that medicine and ointment, would my swelling and itching get off?
I have no option for consulting a physician here because of expensive medical charges in USA. So, please, suggest me some medication so that I can use and instruct how to use them.
Thank You.
I have no option for consulting a physician here because of expensive medical charges in USA. So, please, suggest me some medication so that I can use and instruct how to use them.
Thank You.
Brief Answer:
No prescription, No problem! Follow my treatment, over the counter!
Detailed Answer:
welcome back with a morning smile. I appreciate your continued trust in HCM. It's my pleasure to help you resolve the issues today.
I feel sorry you don't have a health insurance or have an insurance with higher CoPays and Deductibles. It's bad for countless patients.
Anyway, don't worry, as I am here to help you out Mam. Follow the instructions given below.
1. Keep your face as clean and oil free as you can. Remain Physically active and keep a judicious supply of water. Take your body weight in normal healthy limits of Body Mass Index (normal ideal range is 18-24.9).
2. Apply Ice Cubes and keep there for some time (many times a day). It will help alleviate the swelling.
3. Clean your face twice daily with Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Wash Facial Cleanser, Pink Grapefruit (Sign up at Jet.com & enjoy off at your first order. Don't forget to ask them about "jet anywhere" cashback rewards program for lifelong. It is to help you save money as you are already afraid of spending for higher medical expenses).
4. Apply twice daily, only on the swollen spots: CVS Original Strength Antibiotic Ointment. (Sign up at CVS website, download CVS smartphone app. Look up your email for $ discounts).
5. Your Face lotion is: Clinique dermatically different moisturizing lotion. Always use this product of it best suits you skin.
6. Once In a month, use on whole face: XXXXXXX Therapeutics, Therapeutic Skin Care Skin Refining Scrub.
7. Once a week, use on whole face: XXXXXXX Botanica Natural Acne Dote XXXXXXX Strength Deep Pore Wash.
8. Twice daily apply on on the forehead swellings: Acnefree Severe XXXXXXX Strength Terminator 10, Acne Spot treatment+Redness Control.
Hope it helps. Of course I am here to help you anytime if you need any further help.
Regards!
No prescription, No problem! Follow my treatment, over the counter!
Detailed Answer:
welcome back with a morning smile. I appreciate your continued trust in HCM. It's my pleasure to help you resolve the issues today.
I feel sorry you don't have a health insurance or have an insurance with higher CoPays and Deductibles. It's bad for countless patients.
Anyway, don't worry, as I am here to help you out Mam. Follow the instructions given below.
1. Keep your face as clean and oil free as you can. Remain Physically active and keep a judicious supply of water. Take your body weight in normal healthy limits of Body Mass Index (normal ideal range is 18-24.9).
2. Apply Ice Cubes and keep there for some time (many times a day). It will help alleviate the swelling.
3. Clean your face twice daily with Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Wash Facial Cleanser, Pink Grapefruit (Sign up at Jet.com & enjoy off at your first order. Don't forget to ask them about "jet anywhere" cashback rewards program for lifelong. It is to help you save money as you are already afraid of spending for higher medical expenses).
4. Apply twice daily, only on the swollen spots: CVS Original Strength Antibiotic Ointment. (Sign up at CVS website, download CVS smartphone app. Look up your email for $ discounts).
5. Your Face lotion is: Clinique dermatically different moisturizing lotion. Always use this product of it best suits you skin.
6. Once In a month, use on whole face: XXXXXXX Therapeutics, Therapeutic Skin Care Skin Refining Scrub.
7. Once a week, use on whole face: XXXXXXX Botanica Natural Acne Dote XXXXXXX Strength Deep Pore Wash.
8. Twice daily apply on on the forehead swellings: Acnefree Severe XXXXXXX Strength Terminator 10, Acne Spot treatment+Redness Control.
Hope it helps. Of course I am here to help you anytime if you need any further help.
Regards!
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
Thanks sir for your suggestions. You had instructed me a lot, is it enough to have only external care or else any other internal care like food restrictions. If any, please suggest me about food intake.
Thank You,
Looking forward for your response.
Is " PINK GRAPE FRUIT " is a juice or any gel.
Thank You,
Looking forward for your response.
Is " PINK GRAPE FRUIT " is a juice or any gel.
Brief Answer:
Pink Grapefruit is name of Facewash actually!
Detailed Answer:
Welcome back with a follow up query. I appreciate your concerns.
Well, as aforementioned, you definitely need to take care of your diet to help keeping your body weight in limits. No fast and fried foods for you, avoid processed meat and take more of Vegetables, salads and fruits in diet.
The Pink grapefruit you are asking for is actually part of the name of that Facewash from Neutrogena. Neutrogena has many different subtypes. One is Pink Grapefruit and seems to best suit your skin.
Regards!
Pink Grapefruit is name of Facewash actually!
Detailed Answer:
Welcome back with a follow up query. I appreciate your concerns.
Well, as aforementioned, you definitely need to take care of your diet to help keeping your body weight in limits. No fast and fried foods for you, avoid processed meat and take more of Vegetables, salads and fruits in diet.
The Pink grapefruit you are asking for is actually part of the name of that Facewash from Neutrogena. Neutrogena has many different subtypes. One is Pink Grapefruit and seems to best suit your skin.
Regards!
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
what is the cause for this. I mistakenly had expired eggs, in next few hours this was happened for me. Is that the reason for this or any other thing to happen this.
Thank You.
Thank You.
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