My 27-year-old daughter has suddenly developed dime size blemishes on her face. Could this be a side effect of street drugs? We know she has a drug problem. We are trying to determine what Drugs she is abusing so we can help her. Thank you, Concerned parents
I can understand your concern for the dime size blemishes on face. After analyzing the query I can obtain that your daughter can have a possibility of “Fixed drug eruption”. It requires either a close picture or a close examination of the area to diagnosis the exact entity. As you have given a history of drug problem in your daughter so the possibility of “Fixed drug eruption” is on higher side. I suggest you to observe the area for few days of period and if it increases then should consult a dermatologist. In my patients with your kind of condition I generally suggest to do keep the area away from direct sunlight. I also prescribe a mild steroid based cream such as cortisone cream for local application. You can take further guidance from a dermatologist. All the best.
I find this answer helpful
You found this answer helpful
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]
We use cookies in order to offer you most relevant experience and using this website you acknowledge that you have already read and understood our
Privacy Policy
What Causes Dime Size Blemishes On Face?
Hello, I can understand your concern for the dime size blemishes on face. After analyzing the query I can obtain that your daughter can have a possibility of “Fixed drug eruption”. It requires either a close picture or a close examination of the area to diagnosis the exact entity. As you have given a history of drug problem in your daughter so the possibility of “Fixed drug eruption” is on higher side. I suggest you to observe the area for few days of period and if it increases then should consult a dermatologist. In my patients with your kind of condition I generally suggest to do keep the area away from direct sunlight. I also prescribe a mild steroid based cream such as cortisone cream for local application. You can take further guidance from a dermatologist. All the best.