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What Causes Flaking Around Nostrils,forehead And Skin?
I have always had great skin,take good care of it,but for last six months,some flaking around nostrils,forehead and chin,also lot stress in last few years,just got worst,could it be nervous that causing this have med to dry complexion,never has acne or pimple in my 66 yrs?
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Sat, 28 Jan 2017
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Hello,
As a first line management, you can apply low potency steroid creams like betamethasone for symptomatic relief. If the lesion persists, it is better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
As a first line management, you can apply low potency steroid creams like betamethasone for symptomatic relief. If the lesion persists, it is better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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