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Should Intermittent Recurrence Of What Looks Like Purpura Rashes On The Chin And Earlobes Be Diagnosed And Treated By A Dermatologist?

Posted on Tue, 22 Mar 2022

Question: I believe I have a Purpura rash that comes and goes under my chin and on my earlobes. Should I see a doctor?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (58 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Need more information

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Seems like a dermatitis.
Do you have any associated symptoms like itching? Do you scratch the area?

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (11 hours later)

No other symptoms no itching

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (24 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Regarding rash on chin and earlobes

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

It could just be a heat rash. I'd suggest you to first try a soothing lotion e.g. calamine lotion for a few days and observe how you stay after this.

Feel free to ask further.
Take care.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee