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Suggest Treatment For Dry Skin Patches On The Face

I have been experiencing very dry skin patches on my face and 2 dry circular red patches on my arm. The dry patches on my face are tight making my face look wrinkled and now are peeling. This has been going on for a few months but seems to be getting worse lately. I have tried different moisturizers with out much success. What could be going on? I am a 48 year old woman who eats healthy and lives a healthy lifestyle.
Fri, 31 Jul 2015
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Hi dear,

the symptoms you mention in query are pointing towards a condition known as sunburn or photoallergic dermatitis . In this condition the symptoms like peeling of skin and dry patches become prominent . I would suggest you to :-

Wash your face with cold water .

Apply cold compresses to your face 2-3 times a day .

Take antihisamine drug like benadryl .

Apply roat spectrum sunscreen to face all the times .

Apply vitamin C serum at night .

If condition doesn't improve in a week then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe steroid ointment and retinoids .

Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Dry Skin Patches On The Face

Hi dear, the symptoms you mention in query are pointing towards a condition known as sunburn or photoallergic dermatitis . In this condition the symptoms like peeling of skin and dry patches become prominent . I would suggest you to :- Wash your face with cold water . Apply cold compresses to your face 2-3 times a day . Take antihisamine drug like benadryl . Apply roat spectrum sunscreen to face all the times . Apply vitamin C serum at night . If condition doesn t improve in a week then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe steroid ointment and retinoids . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari