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Are Redness Of The Face On The Cheekbones And Nose Signs Of Allergy?

I was diagnosed yesterday with bronchitis and an ear infection. They put me on the Medrol (Pak) because I have asthma. And gave me amoxicillin for seven days. I m into the second day of the steroids and have taken three doses of the antibiotic. I have never had a reaction to the antibiotics and I have been tested for allergies to it. I also been on prednisone numerous times in the past. But this afternoon my face has turned extremely red on my cheekbones and across my nose like I have a bad sunburn. It hurts and is warm to the touch. I haven t felt any constricted breathing but I just want to know if this is a normal side effect or if I should stop taking either or both meds, take Benadryl or be seen at an ER. This is new to me.
Tue, 18 Apr 2017
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Flushing of face i.e redness of face and warmth on touch are known side effects of Medrol (Methylprenisolone). This is a very common and non serious side effect of Medrol.
Usually it fades down on its own without the need of any medicine in a few days.
Persistent case should be reported to the doctor and treated if needed.
i wouldn't worry about it much.
Hope this answers your question, Thank you.
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Are Redness Of The Face On The Cheekbones And Nose Signs Of Allergy?

Flushing of face i.e redness of face and warmth on touch are known side effects of Medrol (Methylprenisolone). This is a very common and non serious side effect of Medrol. Usually it fades down on its own without the need of any medicine in a few days. Persistent case should be reported to the doctor and treated if needed. i wouldn t worry about it much. Hope this answers your question, Thank you.