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Have Itchy, Red And Scaly Spot On Cheek. What Treatment Should Be Done?
Question: i have a tiny red spot on my cheek. it is occasionly somewhat itchy & a little scaley. i've had it for about a year & it won't go away, just stays about the same.
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The spot that you have described could be due to-
Contact dermatitis- A skin reaction resulting from exposure to allergens or irritants. Phototoxic dermatitis is a possibility when the allergen or irritant is activated by sunlight.
Psoriasis- Usually causes multiple red, itchy, scaly patches
Tinea- skin mycoses. Usually recurrent if not treated properly.
A direct examination by a dermatologist is the best way to get it diagnosed.
Most of the times, this can be taken care of by topical application of 1% hydrocortisone cream available over the counter. You can also use medicated calamine lotion for relief.
Hope this answers your query. I will be glad to answer the follow up queries that you have.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal.
Thanks for posting your query.
The spot that you have described could be due to-
Contact dermatitis- A skin reaction resulting from exposure to allergens or irritants. Phototoxic dermatitis is a possibility when the allergen or irritant is activated by sunlight.
Psoriasis- Usually causes multiple red, itchy, scaly patches
Tinea- skin mycoses. Usually recurrent if not treated properly.
A direct examination by a dermatologist is the best way to get it diagnosed.
Most of the times, this can be taken care of by topical application of 1% hydrocortisone cream available over the counter. You can also use medicated calamine lotion for relief.
Hope this answers your query. I will be glad to answer the follow up queries that you have.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal.
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