What Causes Spreading Red Rash On The Right Temple?

Posted on Tue, 5 Jul 2016

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Question : I have itchy red patches of skin on my right temple that comes & goes....seems to be dry. I have used anti-itch benadryl cream, vaseline, neosporin and at times it's almost clear. Now it appears to be spreading.
Additionally, I have itchy spots on the back of my head which have been diagnosed as Dermatitis. Could these spots on my face be dermatitis & is there anything over the counter to treat it??

Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Seems to be due to a fungal infection.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

I have gone through your query and have checked the attached image. You seem to have a fungal infection (seborrheic dermatitis). You need to apply candid (clotrimazole) lotion topically. Also apply ketoconazole shampoo twice or thrice weekly on your scalp. I hope that will provide relief.

Subsequently provide me with updates and I would guide you accordingly.

Regards

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