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What Causes Ears And Face To Get Hot And Red Tinge?
Question: my ears and face get bright red and hot about the same time everyday what can cause this
Brief Answer:
Hormonal imbalance or dilation of vessels
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your queries on HealthcareMagic.
Bright red hot coloration of face and ears can occur in number of conditions.
Hormonal imbalance during peri-menopausal period cause hot flushes similar to what you have described.
Vaso-dilation of blood vessels of face can also cause red discoloration of face.
Vaso-dilation occurs due to sympathetic stimulation like emotional stress, after consuming alcohol, thyroid disorders.
In case any of the above mentioned conditions is present, consult your primary healthcare provider for clinical assessment and relevant investigations.
Thanks and take care
Dr Shailja P Wahal
Hormonal imbalance or dilation of vessels
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your queries on HealthcareMagic.
Bright red hot coloration of face and ears can occur in number of conditions.
Hormonal imbalance during peri-menopausal period cause hot flushes similar to what you have described.
Vaso-dilation of blood vessels of face can also cause red discoloration of face.
Vaso-dilation occurs due to sympathetic stimulation like emotional stress, after consuming alcohol, thyroid disorders.
In case any of the above mentioned conditions is present, consult your primary healthcare provider for clinical assessment and relevant investigations.
Thanks and take care
Dr Shailja P Wahal
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