NBR: (Skin Issue) What could this be?

wed2be

I am freaking out. I had Micro-derm done on my face about a month ago. Shortly after that I noticed a small red patch of dry skin on my face. I thought that it was caused from the Micro-derm. Well it hasn't gotten better and now is actually worse and getting bigger, and is starting to itch. I can't get into my doctor until later in the week. I could go to Urgent Care, or pay out of pocket to see a derm. I think I want to get some OTC cream. Anyone have any guesses/insight as to what this could be, how to treat it, I put some A&D on it right now.

mrs.kapow

Sounds like eczema, but it would be odd to get that if you've never had it, I would think. 

But it also can't hurt to try a little hydrocortisone cream on it. That's what the pedi recommended for DD. Also Gentle Naturals lotion (in the baby aisle at your drug store) worked wonders for her. 

SarahWaggy

Have you had Micro-Derm before? I am wondering if you could be allergic to it... I use this Benadryl Gel on all of my itchy spots (we have mosquitos) and it works amazing. Especially since I am allergic to the little bugs. I would definitely ask your doctor as soon as you could.

wed2be

Thank you! I have never had eczema, but I will try the hydrocortisone cream. I am just hoping it isn't fungal.

wed2be

SarahWaggy:

Have you had Micro-Derm before? I am wondering if you could be allergic to it... I use this Benadryl Gel on all of my itchy spots (we have mosquitos) and it works amazing. Especially since I am allergic to the little bugs. I would definitely ask your doctor as soon as you could.

I have done it before and didn't have a reaction. The benadryl cream sounds good too. Thank you!

mrs.kapow

wed2be:

Thank you! I have never had eczema, but I will try the hydrocortisone cream. I am just hoping it isn't fungal.

Totally not a doctor but some fungals like ringworm have a distinct shape to them.  You may be able to google. 

Amberzxoxo

I would def go to the doctors. It could be fungal.

PenelopelePhew

Where is it?  I have a rosacia related rash on my face the the Derm has me treating.  It's related to BF and being on Jolivette.