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Suggest Remedies For Dark Patch Next To The Nose

Posted on Wed, 29 Jun 2016

Question: I habe a magenta patch next to my nose. It seems like normal blemish. I was taking valium and oxy contin. It doesnt seem to be going away.

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Answer few questions, upload a clearer picture

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for being at healthcaremagic
I have reviewed the attached photograph though it is not very clear.
What is the duration of this patch?
Is it associated with any symptoms like burning or itching?
Have you used or applied anything new on the face?
This patch doesn't seem to be associated with valium or oxycontin.
Kindly revert with the answers and if possible with a new photograph.
Regards
Dr Asmeet

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Sonia Raina

Follow up: Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (4 hours later)

No itching burning or feeling. Amd yes been using a new zinc sunblock. Seems to have lessen this morning also.

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (32 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Seems like nonspecific patch of eczema

Detailed Answer:
I have reviewed the attached photographs and it seems to have lighten.
It looks like a nonspecific patch of eczema or dermatitis.
In such cases I recommend my patients to apply cortisone cream on the affected areas twice daily along with frequent and liberal use of moisturisers.
Wish you good luck and feel free to clarify any further doubts.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad