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Suggest Medication For Perioral Dermatitis

I have been fighting a rash for over 20 years which I thought was acne/cold sores. After researching on my own I have found that it is perioral dermatitis..it also affects the lines near my nose, and eyes. I am a 45 year old woman. My Dr presribed neo medrol acne cream 20 years ago which I have used when needed for 20 years...now I understand it has probabely made matters worse. I have stopped using it....the rash rarely occurs in the summer months when I get sunshine. I get some relief from using betadine.....not too much success from apple cider vinager/coconut oil but am trying it. The only great relief I had years ago..noticing an immediate change was acne statin...the original..which they don't seem to have anymore..now called sopstitute..always out of stock. Any advice on what to use would be SO appreciated!!!!!!!!!!! With thanks, Lori Taylor
Wed, 16 Mar 2016
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..

As per your complain rashes and lines around the mouth and nose seems to be most probably due to PERIORAL DERMATITIS..

It can be caused due to disturbances in microbial flora over the skin, bacterial infection,nasal and topical steroids, flouridated toothpastes, harsh chemical cosmetics, poor facial hygiene, hormonal imbalances etc..

I would suggest you to consult a Dermatologist and get evaluated and he can do a thorough clinical evaluation and advise you to apply topically ointments containing Doxycycline, Metronidazole..
You can also be advised oral intake of erythromycin..
Ointments containing Azaelic acid,Pimecrolimus etc can help..
Avoid any skin cosmetic or steroid ointments..
Avoid excess sun exposure, use gel based sunscreen lotion..
Take a healthy diet with plenty of green leafy vegetables and fruits..
Drink plenty of water..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.


Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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Suggest Medication For Perioral Dermatitis

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain rashes and lines around the mouth and nose seems to be most probably due to PERIORAL DERMATITIS.. It can be caused due to disturbances in microbial flora over the skin, bacterial infection,nasal and topical steroids, flouridated toothpastes, harsh chemical cosmetics, poor facial hygiene, hormonal imbalances etc.. I would suggest you to consult a Dermatologist and get evaluated and he can do a thorough clinical evaluation and advise you to apply topically ointments containing Doxycycline, Metronidazole.. You can also be advised oral intake of erythromycin.. Ointments containing Azaelic acid,Pimecrolimus etc can help.. Avoid any skin cosmetic or steroid ointments.. Avoid excess sun exposure, use gel based sunscreen lotion.. Take a healthy diet with plenty of green leafy vegetables and fruits.. Drink plenty of water.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.