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Is Fusidic Acid The Right Medication For A Rash On Chin?

hi, I am writing to ask about a rash I have on my chin, I have researched some what my symptoms and all research leads me to believe I may have irritant contact dermatitis, please could you ask me a couple more specific questions about my symptoms so I know for sure, and any treatment advice would be wonderfull, I have been currently using fucidic acid, will that help or make worse prolong my problem, thankyou very much for your time.
Mon, 4 Apr 2016
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Hi is the rash itchy? Painful? Red? And discharge or pus? I would suggest using an intense moisturizer like petroleum jelly or cold cream (non scented) and fuscidic acid three times a day. If the skin is not sensitive and red u can even mildly exfoliate the skin the ensure better results. Be very mild with exfoliation and if you are not sure it's better to avoid it all together. If there is discharge pus or redness you can use T. Bact ointment instead of fuscidic acid. Even after the rash heals you can expect some residual pigmentation which will reduce over time. I hope this helps. Take care.
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Is Fusidic Acid The Right Medication For A Rash On Chin?

Hi is the rash itchy? Painful? Red? And discharge or pus? I would suggest using an intense moisturizer like petroleum jelly or cold cream (non scented) and fuscidic acid three times a day. If the skin is not sensitive and red u can even mildly exfoliate the skin the ensure better results. Be very mild with exfoliation and if you are not sure it s better to avoid it all together. If there is discharge pus or redness you can use T. Bact ointment instead of fuscidic acid. Even after the rash heals you can expect some residual pigmentation which will reduce over time. I hope this helps. Take care.