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I have a rash and extreme dryness or redness near my nose. Please suggest me a remedy.

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Answered by

Dr. Shama Naaz

Medically reviewed by

Dr. K. Shobana

Published At May 12, 2021
Reviewed AtAugust 31, 2023

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am a 24-year-old female with no comorbidity. I have a rash and extreme dryness or redness in the creases of my nose for the last seven days. Please suggest me a remedy.

Answered by Dr. Shama Naaz

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and what you have is seborrhea. You can apply Dermicort (Hydrocortisone 1 percent) cream over this area twice daily for four days. Avoid coconut oil application over the face or scalp. And can you please tell me whether you have dandruff or oily scalp?

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thanks for the reply. I have a very oily scalp and a lot of dandruff. I am attaching pictures for your reference. Please suggest to me if I require any treatment for it.

Answered by Dr. Shama Naaz

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I saw the pictures (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). For oily scalp, use a shampoo containing Ketoconazole 2 percent thrice a week for two weeks. Keep the shampoo for five minutes, and then rinse off. Avoid frequent oiling of the scalp (do it only twice a month).

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Shama Naaz
Dr. Shama Naaz

Dermatology

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