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What Causes Persistent Red Bumps On Cheek?
My 16-year-old son has red cheek rash. Close-up appears as tiny red bumps. Covers the whole cheeks area. Not itchy. Has been there for about a year. We scheduled an appointment with dermatologist, but it is a long waiting time. It s not pimples, just total coverage of cheeks with red, bumpy surface. He is very upset, doesn t want to go out because of that. Family doctor couldn t figure out what that is; just said he may live with it, but it is not easy to cope with such appearance for a teenager.
Thu, 10 Sep 2015
Hi,
Welcome to health care magic,
It could be follicular eczema or folliculitis or cystic acne.
But It will be hard for me to diagnose your son's condition based on the mere description you have provided regarding those red,tiny non-itchy bumps on cheeks.
So,it would be better if you can take a clinical picture and send it for my better judgement.
However,he may try some symptomatic treatment.
You may try
1) calamine lotion on the rash.
2) You should also maintain hygiene and try to keep the area clean and dry, wear loose-fitting cotton clothing.
3) Also use an antibacterial soap or mild soap like dove.
4) Avoid any kind of cosmetics.
5) You can also use a barrier cream with zinc oxide paste or calamine lotion or a mild steroid cream like dermacort on the rash.
6) If the bump is itchy,you can take some antihistaminic like benadryl or Claritin.
If the bump persists then it will be best to get it evaluated from a dermatologist.
Hope this information helps.
Regards,
Welcome to health care magic,
It could be follicular eczema or folliculitis or cystic acne.
But It will be hard for me to diagnose your son's condition based on the mere description you have provided regarding those red,tiny non-itchy bumps on cheeks.
So,it would be better if you can take a clinical picture and send it for my better judgement.
However,he may try some symptomatic treatment.
You may try
1) calamine lotion on the rash.
2) You should also maintain hygiene and try to keep the area clean and dry, wear loose-fitting cotton clothing.
3) Also use an antibacterial soap or mild soap like dove.
4) Avoid any kind of cosmetics.
5) You can also use a barrier cream with zinc oxide paste or calamine lotion or a mild steroid cream like dermacort on the rash.
6) If the bump is itchy,you can take some antihistaminic like benadryl or Claritin.
If the bump persists then it will be best to get it evaluated from a dermatologist.
Hope this information helps.
Regards,
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