Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Itchy Dry Skin On The Face. Taking Antibiotics For Scalp Infection. Is It A Fungal Infection? Are These Related?
I have developed itchy dry skin in the area from along my jawline to underneath my cheeckbones on both sides of my face. I also have a scalp infection that I did get a checkup on, and I was prescribed antibiotics , and given the instruction that if it did not heal within a week, then it may be a sign of fungal infection? Would that be linked to the irritation on my face as well? I also have a painful patch of skin on the edge of my left eye and in the corner of it as well. It has been a number of weeks now, and I dont think it has anything to do with hormones.
Sat, 5 Jan 2013
Welcome
Thanks for the query .
It is surely related to the irritation of the skin . I would suggest you should use a combination of an antifungal and steroid cream for a short while like a week twice a day .
After that a long term maintenance with only topical application of the antifungal would be essential part of the treatment .
In case it does not improve make sure you see a Dermatologist
Thanks and take care
Thanks for the query .
It is surely related to the irritation of the skin . I would suggest you should use a combination of an antifungal and steroid cream for a short while like a week twice a day .
After that a long term maintenance with only topical application of the antifungal would be essential part of the treatment .
In case it does not improve make sure you see a Dermatologist
Thanks and take care
I find this answer helpful
HI ,
Thanks for writing in.
It could be seborhheic dermatitis, photodermatitis ,contact dermatitis etc.
You can try a mild steroid based cream over the area.Also you use a salicylic acid (2%)based shampoo daily.
Consider visiting a dermatologist for proper examination and treatment.
Hope this helps.
Wishing you good health.
Regards
DRSudarshan
MD
Dermatologist.
Thanks for writing in.
It could be seborhheic dermatitis, photodermatitis ,contact dermatitis etc.
You can try a mild steroid based cream over the area.Also you use a salicylic acid (2%)based shampoo daily.
Consider visiting a dermatologist for proper examination and treatment.
Hope this helps.
Wishing you good health.
Regards
DRSudarshan
MD
Dermatologist.
I find 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]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Skin care
Loading Online Doctors....