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What Does A Dark Red Patch On The Sides Of Nose Indicate?

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Posted on Tue, 11 Mar 2014
Question: A burnt red dark pach is appearing on face on the sides of the nose like rinkles, what i should do to avoid or get rid of this?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (20 minutes later)
Brief Answer: Need more information Detailed Answer: Hi. Thanks for posting your concern at HCM. Dark red patch on the sides of nose could possibly be either Seborrheic dermatitis Or Allergic contact dermatitis Or Irritant contact dermatitis. I would like to gather some more information from you in order to be able to help you better. --Since how long have you noticed the patch(es)? --Are they on one side or on both the sides? --What are the symptoms associated with the patch(es)? Are they Itchy? --Can you please upload a clear picture of the area of concern? I would be able to help you better by having a look at it as to what exactly it is. --What products do you use on your face?Soaps/Face washes, Sunscreens, Moisturizers etc? regards
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What Does A Dark Red Patch On The Sides Of Nose Indicate?

Brief Answer: Need more information Detailed Answer: Hi. Thanks for posting your concern at HCM. Dark red patch on the sides of nose could possibly be either Seborrheic dermatitis Or Allergic contact dermatitis Or Irritant contact dermatitis. I would like to gather some more information from you in order to be able to help you better. --Since how long have you noticed the patch(es)? --Are they on one side or on both the sides? --What are the symptoms associated with the patch(es)? Are they Itchy? --Can you please upload a clear picture of the area of concern? I would be able to help you better by having a look at it as to what exactly it is. --What products do you use on your face?Soaps/Face washes, Sunscreens, Moisturizers etc? regards