Suggest Treatment For Dry Skin Patch On The Face

Posted on Sat, 17 Jun 2017

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Question : I think I found a patch of psoriasis on my face, near my eye. What is the best way to treat psoriasis on the face, I don't dare use the strong steroid creams!

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (53 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Use an OTC topical steroid for a weeks

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us

I am dr. kakkar (dermatologist). I have gone through your query and I have noted your concern.
You may use an OTC topical steroid cream e.g cortisone cream (contains hydrocortisone1%), twice daily for a week. It is the mildest of topical steroid and very safe for use on face.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar