HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Spots On Both Sides Of Nose, Patches On Chin. Applied Bag Blam, Metrogel. Microdermabrasion Done. Suggestions?

around my nose on both sides it started out as dry spots kind of spotted but not pimples. i tried bag blam and other cremes but nothing helped. Then my doctor thought a metrogel would work and that hasn't worked either. i have a competition this weekend and i really want it cleared up. My makeup covers it pretty well but i am not sure what is going on with it.i started to have a few patches on my chin as well? it's not noticeable until you get up close to me but normally my skin is very clear. i started to see a change in that area when i had a microderm abrasion done about 2 months ago but it has got much worse
Fri, 21 Jun 2013
Report Abuse
Dermatologist,  's  Response
Hello,
Welcome and thanks for posting your query to HCM.

After reading your query it appears the possibility of "Seborrheic dermatitis”.
This is a condition in which there is flaky skin condition along with abnormal activity of oil glands. This is common manifestation on scalp a dandruff and on face as flakes over side of nose and over chin area.

For the betterment you can follow the suggestions as below:
-Do shampoo your hair everyday basis.
-You can apply mild topical steroids such fluticasone or hydrocortisone in a vey thin layer over the affected area.
-You can do cold water compresses to reduce the intensity of itching.
-Do not scratch or rub the skin as it can lead to further aggravation.
-So you can take oral anti histamine like loratadine or levocetrizine under medial advice.

Despite above measures if the problem is not getting better then it is better to consult a dermatologist for best guidance. Hope these informations are helpful.

"Wish you good health"

Dr Sanjay Kumar Kanodia
MD (Dermatology & STDs)
I find this answer helpful

3 Doctors agree with this answer

Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Dermatitis


Loading Online Doctors....
Spots On Both Sides Of Nose, Patches On Chin. Applied Bag Blam, Metrogel. Microdermabrasion Done. Suggestions?

Hello, Welcome and thanks for posting your query to HCM. After reading your query it appears the possibility of Seborrheic dermatitis”. This is a condition in which there is flaky skin condition along with abnormal activity of oil glands. This is common manifestation on scalp a dandruff and on face as flakes over side of nose and over chin area. For the betterment you can follow the suggestions as below: -Do shampoo your hair everyday basis. -You can apply mild topical steroids such fluticasone or hydrocortisone in a vey thin layer over the affected area. -You can do cold water compresses to reduce the intensity of itching. -Do not scratch or rub the skin as it can lead to further aggravation. -So you can take oral anti histamine like loratadine or levocetrizine under medial advice. Despite above measures if the problem is not getting better then it is better to consult a dermatologist for best guidance. Hope these informations are helpful. Wish you good health Dr Sanjay Kumar Kanodia MD (Dermatology & STDs)