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What Could Explain Redness And Blotchiness On Face, Neck And Chest?

hi,for quite some time now i have had a mixture of problems.i have been experiencing flushing and red blochy face neck and chest when i drink alcohol,also feeling breathless with it.i have also been having palpatations on and off for months now sometimes with chest pain.i got a friend to check my blood pressure and pulse today because i didnt feel that good and had an headache.my blood pressure was 110 over 95 and my pulse varyed from 120 and at one point went down to 100.im now getting a bit concerned as to what the problem could be.can you please offer me some advice on what i should do or what this could be.
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Hello,

Redness with blotchiness on face, neck and chest is indicative of developing heart disease, since you also have symptoms of high BP, breathlessness, palpitations, etc. You are suggested to cut on alcohol. Get clinically examined by a cardiologist, get blood tests, CBC, lipid function tests, imaging tests (Echo, EKG, X-ray), stress tests done to detect any developing CAD.

However, such symptoms may also be due to carcinoid syndrome. Your treating doctor may refer you to a GP, get all required investigations done & treatment started. In the meantime, you should take care of your hygiene. Take regular bath and dry yourself with a towel then apply calamine lotion for relieve in the area affected.

Cold compress is effective. Do not pick or scratch. Apply anti-itch lotions to ease discomfort. Do regular walking and avoid trans fat, salty food, refined flour, red meat, full fat dairy products. Avoid addictions if any.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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What Could Explain Redness And Blotchiness On Face, Neck And Chest?

Hello, Redness with blotchiness on face, neck and chest is indicative of developing heart disease, since you also have symptoms of high BP, breathlessness, palpitations, etc. You are suggested to cut on alcohol. Get clinically examined by a cardiologist, get blood tests, CBC, lipid function tests, imaging tests (Echo, EKG, X-ray), stress tests done to detect any developing CAD. However, such symptoms may also be due to carcinoid syndrome. Your treating doctor may refer you to a GP, get all required investigations done & treatment started. In the meantime, you should take care of your hygiene. Take regular bath and dry yourself with a towel then apply calamine lotion for relieve in the area affected. Cold compress is effective. Do not pick or scratch. Apply anti-itch lotions to ease discomfort. Do regular walking and avoid trans fat, salty food, refined flour, red meat, full fat dairy products. Avoid addictions if any. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician