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What Causes Tingling Feeling And Redness On Skin Without Sun Exposure?

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Posted on Fri, 24 Apr 2015
Question: Over the last few weeks my arms and face have turned red like a sunburn but i have not been outside at all. It even tingles like a sunburn
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (3 minutes later)
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Thanks for writing to us.
This can be due to dermatitis or an allergic reaction. 1% hydrocortisone cream available over the counter can help.
I hope this information has been helpful for you.
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (2 minutes later)
I just started testosterone treatment. Can it be from that.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Yes. It can be due to testosterone.

Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thanks for writing again.
Yes. It can be due to the testosterone treatment. It can cause such flushing of the face. Do consult your endocrinologist regarding this.
Hope my answer is helpful.
Do accept my answer in case there are no further queries.
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (9 minutes later)
Am I ok to wait until the am? It is very brite red
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Yes.

Detailed Answer:
Yes. You can wait till morning. You can apply ice on it to reduce the redness.
Regards.
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What Causes Tingling Feeling And Redness On Skin Without Sun Exposure?

Hello. Thanks for writing to us. This can be due to dermatitis or an allergic reaction. 1% hydrocortisone cream available over the counter can help. I hope this information has been helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal . Click on thanks button if it is helpful.