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What Do Burning Rashes On Face Indicate?
Question: Hi,i wanted to get some help regarding rashes on my face.I did waxing on my face and this caused severe swelling which turned to a burning like appearance on my face(it was sticky whenever i touched my face).I somehow got the help of the nearby pharmacy which suggested me to use hydrocortisol and allertin and he said that i do not have my primary face tissue and will take 1 week for me to recover.The next day i went to another pharmacy to request the help of another pharmacist because the medicine(hydrocortisol) given to me was not that effective.Instead the second pharmacist after analysing the precarious condition of my face told me to hydrate it with Cetaphil and first aid webber vitamin E.My whole face started to recover within 4 days and almost all the scars are merely noticeable.But after recovering,yesterday i witnessed that my face starts to show symptoms of rashes and is a bit swollen on the same spot where i got the waxing done.I am using hydrocortisol again hoping for the rashes to disappear.I dont kno what to do?
Brief Answer:
Allergic contact dermatitis.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir.
I understand your query and concern. I have seen images.
You need to worry much as it a form cosmetic dermatitis. It will heal soon without any scars.
You can use ointment like Betnovate N instead of hydrocortisone. This will prevent recurrences and offer complete healing.
Cetaphil and VIt e can be continued as usual.
Also antihistaminic drugs like Tab Deslor (desloratadine) 10 mg once a day for 5 days at bedtime will help to prevent all symptoms of itch and burning sensation. I am not sure this is OTC medication or not in your country. you can get this local doctor prescription.
Post your further queries,if any.
Thank you.
Allergic contact dermatitis.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir.
I understand your query and concern. I have seen images.
You need to worry much as it a form cosmetic dermatitis. It will heal soon without any scars.
You can use ointment like Betnovate N instead of hydrocortisone. This will prevent recurrences and offer complete healing.
Cetaphil and VIt e can be continued as usual.
Also antihistaminic drugs like Tab Deslor (desloratadine) 10 mg once a day for 5 days at bedtime will help to prevent all symptoms of itch and burning sensation. I am not sure this is OTC medication or not in your country. you can get this local doctor prescription.
Post your further queries,if any.
Thank you.
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Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju
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