Curing Side Effects from Chemical Peel? Doctor Answers, Tips
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Curing Side Effects from Chemical Peel?

I have done a medium plus Chemical Peel about almost two months ago. My new skin looked smooth after two weeks although was very red, but since after approximately three weeks I am developing irregularities-uneven, swollen, itchy and raised texture. My skin is still reddish warm and dynamic, changes.

My doctor prescribed me "dermovate cream" or ointment three times a day. Please kindly advise since I feel so bad and worried. Thank you.

gal k

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3 Doctor Answers | Asked by golda in israel
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Allergic Reaction. Do Not use Dermovate Too Long

From what you are describing you are having an allergic reaction. Steroids would be the treatment. :However, Dermovate is a super potent steroid so you must be very cautious when using it on the face. You should obviously stop using any other topicals on your face. If you are not doing significantly better in a few days, an allergy to an ingredient which is common to Dermovate and the product you are allergic too must be considered. ( For that reason my own choice would be Synalar... more
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Sounds like you are allergic to something you are using on your skin

Dear Golda Itchy is a good sign that your are allergic to something you are using on the skin. You can develop an allergy to virturally anything at any time. Think about what you are using on your skin. One of these products is most likely causing the problem. Some products are more likely to be causing the issue. The steroid cream can help reduce inflammation but too much of a strong steroid product can damage the skin. Steroids are no substitute for figuring out what is causing... more
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Chemical Peel depth?

It is important to determine whether this is the beginning of a hypertrophic scarring process or simple allergic dermatitis. Also, do you have any fever blisters anywhere? Skin undergoing deeper peels must be watched very closely for reddish raised spider web type changes that could convert to superficial scars. But, we have no photo and certainly cannot examine you. We don't know what kind of skin you have; and we don't know what your "medium plus chemical peel" really was;... more

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