Does anyone what this is? Doctor confirmed it is not shingles, not coldsores not impetigo. Likely rosacea is their guess (photo)

May 26, 2017
Asked By:Hobbits in Ontario, CA

Doctors do not know what it is, and are guessing at the treatment. Dermatologist appt. is months away. MetroGel doesn't work Rosiver Cream doesn't work Antibiotic topical does not work Penicillin 3xBid 500mg x 10 days does not work Currently on Tetracycline 3xBid 250mg x 20 days along with Fudicin (cortisone/antibiotic cream) not working.

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May 31, 2017

Answer: Facial Skin Rash -- Acne , Eczema, Rosacea, Pustules, Zoster/Herpes

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May 31, 2017

Answer: Facial Skin Rash -- Acne , Eczema, Rosacea, Pustules, Zoster/Herpes

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May 31, 2017

Answer: You need a biopsy

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Zein E. Obagi, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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May 31, 2017

Answer: You need a biopsy

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Zein E. Obagi, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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August 3, 2017

Answer: Dermatologist

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August 3, 2017

Answer: Dermatologist

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May 28, 2017

Answer: Probably perioral dermatitis

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May 28, 2017

Answer: Probably perioral dermatitis

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May 27, 2017

Answer: Eruption on face

May 27, 2017

Answer: Eruption on face