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What Causes Pimples Around The Mouth Of A Kid?

I have a 7 year old boy with about 20 pimples around his mouth, under his nose and on his chin. He is otherwise in great health. He had a very sore throat about two weeks ago but he was better after a few days. I came down with a very sore throat two days ago. I also had a fever of 101. I am feeling better now but still have a mild sore throat. Wondering if this could be causing the breakout on my son's face?
Mon, 22 Jun 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern.

Thanks for query . The symptoms you mention in query are clearly indication a condition known as 'PERIORAL DERMATITIS'

There can be many reason for the occurrence of this condition like iiritation of skin due to heavy ointments , cortisone cream or fluoridated toothpaste and exposure to sun makes it further complicated .

The sore throat probably not the reasons for pimples .

The condition will start subsiding as to stop using any ointment you are using

-start using non fluoride toothpaste .

- Give cold compresses to affected area .

- Use broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 15 to prevent skin from further damage .

If condition doesn't start improving in a week then consult dermatologist . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics (erythromycin or metronidazole)or anti viral drugs depending upon the diagnosis . He/she may also prescribe oral isoteritenoin.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Pimples Around The Mouth Of A Kid?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. Thanks for query . The symptoms you mention in query are clearly indication a condition known as PERIORAL DERMATITIS There can be many reason for the occurrence of this condition like iiritation of skin due to heavy ointments , cortisone cream or fluoridated toothpaste and exposure to sun makes it further complicated . The sore throat probably not the reasons for pimples . The condition will start subsiding as to stop using any ointment you are using -start using non fluoride toothpaste . - Give cold compresses to affected area . - Use broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 15 to prevent skin from further damage . If condition doesn t start improving in a week then consult dermatologist . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics (erythromycin or metronidazole)or anti viral drugs depending upon the diagnosis . He/she may also prescribe oral isoteritenoin. Hope your concern has been resolved. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari