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Why Am I Experiencing Raw Redness, Burning And Itching Sensation On The Face Along With Scaly Scabs While Using Fluorouracil Topical Cream?
Question: Used Fluorouracil Topical cream USP, 5%, stopped 4 days ago. face was 90% red raw. i stopped after 2 1/2 weeks, burning and itching. Now it is still burning and itching. Dry, scaly and some scabs. Is there anything that I can apply to aid the healing. How long will it take for my face to look presentable? back to normal?
Brief Answer:
Use a moisturizer and a topical steroid
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you.
I am Dr kakkar (Dermatologist and Venereologist). I have noted your concern.
You may use a moisturizer, frequently. In addition
I suggest you to apply a moderately topical steroid cream. e.g either mometasone furoate 0.1 %cream Or triamcinolone acetonide 0.1 %cream, twice daily for a week. It would take about 5-7 days for the skin to turn back to normal. Topical steroids are prescription medications and I advice you to kindly talk to your local practitioner for a prescription of the same.
Regards
Use a moisturizer and a topical steroid
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you.
I am Dr kakkar (Dermatologist and Venereologist). I have noted your concern.
You may use a moisturizer, frequently. In addition
I suggest you to apply a moderately topical steroid cream. e.g either mometasone furoate 0.1 %cream Or triamcinolone acetonide 0.1 %cream, twice daily for a week. It would take about 5-7 days for the skin to turn back to normal. Topical steroids are prescription medications and I advice you to kindly talk to your local practitioner for a prescription of the same.
Regards
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