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Redness Of Forehead, Cheeks, Nose, Lips. RA Diagnosed. On Antihistamines, Mx And Hydroxychloroquine. Advise?

In the last week or so I wake up and my face is red across my forehead, cheeks and nose and above my lips. It feels like sunburn. It seems to go off as the day goes. I have a diagnosis of RA maintained with Mx any Hydroxychloroquine which I have taken for about a year. I am currently on antihistamines which I take in the morning c/o tree pollen which I have been taking for a few weeks.
Wed, 15 May 2013
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Welcome to healthcare magic forum.
Thank you for your query
I understand your concern regarding your skin problem.
You must apply good sun screen before going outside.
When you have taken hydroxychloroquine your skin become more sensitive to sun rays.
You can wear gloves and masks for extra protection.
You can continue anti histaminic medicine.
It look like sun burn.
You can apply hydrocortisone cream for 5-7 days on damage area.
better to consult dermatologist if this do not work.
I hope I answered your question.
Regards
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Redness Of Forehead, Cheeks, Nose, Lips. RA Diagnosed. On Antihistamines, Mx And Hydroxychloroquine. Advise?

Hello Welcome to healthcare magic forum. Thank you for your query I understand your concern regarding your skin problem. You must apply good sun screen before going outside. When you have taken hydroxychloroquine your skin become more sensitive to sun rays. You can wear gloves and masks for extra protection. You can continue anti histaminic medicine. It look like sun burn. You can apply hydrocortisone cream for 5-7 days on damage area. better to consult dermatologist if this do not work. I hope I answered your question. Regards