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Skin dryness and pigmentation
Hi doctor, I have developed sudden dryness and darkening on both sides of my chin area (below the lips) and right below the nose area. The skin feels tight, slightly flaky, and there is a mild burning sensation especially after washing my face or applying moisturizer.
I am currently using Cetaphil moisturizer and Himalaya face wash. There is no itching, swelling, or pus — just dryness, burning, and pigmentation. I tried applying aloe vere too sometime before.
10 days before I travelled from Canada to Kerala, and was explored to sun. Not sure if that's the reason. I have been using the same products except Himalaya face wash.
I have an event coming up tomorrow and the day after, and I don't know if it's safe for me to use the makeup.
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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing this face problem.. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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It sounds like allergic contact dermatitis or photo dermatitis. Use a good sunscreen. Visit a dermatologist for mild steroid ointment . It should subside within a week . . Meantime you can apply mild makeup which you have been applying before . No new product to be introduced .
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will have to review your skin over a video call to understand the issue better
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kindly book a consult for the same
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Hi there young lady ...
I understand your immediate requirement is to use some sort of make-up in the next 2 days as this function appears important to you. It is the nth hour now and trying to treat your current issue completely may be impossible in such a short time frame.
So my suggestion is go ahead and use "water based" make-up and once done, get back to us for an Online Consultation with clear digital pics 📥 of the areas of concern and I will help sort this out ASAP.
Enjoy your function for now 🥂
An easy way to connect quickly for a quick resolution will be to use this App's INSTANT ONLINE Consultation 🙏
Alternatively, you can find me or any dermatologist of your choice on Apollo 24/7 linked to this Practo App. This may be best well before your return to Canada.
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Avoid OTC products, home remedies, self medications and Dr Google's suggestions 🙏
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There is a good method to get you ready enough to apply make up tommorow and at same time treat your condition which sounds like allergic contact dermatitis or seborrhoeic dermatitis . Will have to look too .
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Consult for treatment
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Will improve with medication
Consult online for further management
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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Surat
Share pics and take online consultations for detailed prescription and further management
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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana
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19 yrs exp
Noida
Treatment depends upon severity of your condition.
Kindly consult online for proper treatment and guidance.
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