What could be the reason for an itchy rash on the right cheek?

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I can understand your concern.

The concern you are facing is allergic contact dermatitis. Allergic contact dermatitis is an allergic reaction to external and internal stimuli. External stimuli may include exposure to dust, cosmetics, changes in the outside climate (cold or hot), paints, nail polishes, hair care products, pets, sun exposure, and insect exposure. Internal stimuli may include sudden changes in body temperature such as following a bath, changes in temperature during stress, consuming hot and spicy food, red meat, alcohol, which can change body temperature, and so on. Do not worry; it can be managed with the following medications.

1. Take one tablet of Levocetirizine plus Montelukast two hours before going to sleep at night daily for two weeks.
2. Hydrocortisone one percent plus Fusidic acid cream: Apply a very thin layer of cream to the affected area at night. Keep it overnight and wash it off in the morning. Use for a maximum of two weeks.
3. Luliconazole cream: Apply in the morning and afternoon for three weeks to prevent further infection.
4. Allergy panel test: This is a test that can be done at a hospital where the doctor tests possible allergens on your skin via patch or prick and makes a detailed report mentioning positivity to any possible allergens. This will help in avoiding the allergen.
5. Avoid direct sun exposure until the rashes heal. Make sure to use sunscreen in the morning.

To prevent further recurrences, I advise you to avoid any of the possible allergens mentioned above and also apply the opposite temperature to the skin. For example, if caused by heat, cold compresses may be applied, and if it increases due to cold, warm compresses may be applied.

Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further.

Thank you.