Question 1

why does one side of my face and ear get red, hot and flushed ?

Accepted Answer

Rosacea: The most likely diagnosis is rosacea, which can be asymmetrical in some people. Multiple treatment regimens are effective, but they all involve a low-dose antibiotic such as doxycycline, so you'll need to see a dermatologist.

Question 2

i through periods where i have a glass of wine and my face and ears get red/hot-then its fine for a while and starts again. cause?

Accepted Answer

Vasodilatation: While it is impossible to make the exact diagnosis, it is most likely an effect of alcohol causing opening up or widening temporarily of the facial blood vessels. This type of flushing can be only a temporary event, and should not be of concern and less you see the blood vessels remaining for an extended time.see a dermatologist!

Question 3

is it normal for my face and ears to get red/hot after my adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) starts wearing off?

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Possibly for you.: Most medications have some type of discontinuation syndrome, some hardly noticeable and others quite severe. All stimulant drugs have potential for serious withdrawal symptoms  including all sorts of parasympathetic nervous system expressions -  flushing, sweating, nausea, cramping and even seizures under certain conditions. A small dose of the medication just before you experience flushing helps.

Question 4

green head fly bite area is getting larger over the last 2 hours and is red hot and itchy.  when should i be concerned and request treatment ?

Accepted Answer

Deer fly: That sounds like a deer fly bite -which can be painful. They can cause allergic reactions - and depending on your history of allergy you may need to be exceptionally  careful. If it's not getting better, then you need to get evaluated. Warning signs would be feeling lightheaded, breathing problems, the development of hives, nausea/vomiting, rapid heart rate etc. Try some ice and maybe Benadryl (diphenhydramine) now

Question 5

why is my head always red hot? what is wrong with me? can i get help? i have been told my throid is normal.

Accepted Answer

Psychological eval.: Your symptom suggests a psychiatric source. If you are feeling emotionally unwell this is more evidence that the source is in the mind. The mind-body connection is real and mental disturbance can cause all sorts of abnormal
bodily sensations including severe pain. Another possibility would be a genetic dysautonomia, but this is rare and would have many additional symptoms.Have a mental health eval

Question 6

my face is flushing, especially when i'm nervous, but it's always red, lips are also red, and sometimes even ears, and i feel hot too. what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety: is state of tension, apprehension, worry, uneasiness or fear. It may be related to anticipated danger or arise for no apparent reason. While mild episodes of anxiety are common and do not usually require treatment, more severe forms can be chronic and debilitating. Some times no treatment is the best treatment. See your PCP for evaluation and advice.

Question 7

sometime my cheeks becomes red and hot nausea and head ache and hot flushing from ear?

Accepted Answer

Tooth abscess: Often a patient with an infected tooth will present with a fever, an aching ear, a sore throat, and migraine headaches.  It is important to visit your dentist regularly to prevent any disruption to your health.

Question 8

i am experiencing toothache, nasal congestion (stuffiness), flushing on  my ears neck and top of head ,gets really red and hot back of neck mostly ear?

Accepted Answer

Toothache: Toothache along with other symptoms suggests a sinusitis. See MD. If toothache unrelated, see DDS.

Question 9

why is my left ear suddenly red, hot, and burning? redness is mostly on scalpa, helix, and anthelix. not so much on lobe

Accepted Answer

Possibly flushing: This could simply be flushing, or blushing, some people seem to do this more in their ears.  If it is painful for a while, you could be showing signs of relapsing polychondritis.  This sometimes shows up in the throat as well.  Different areas of cartilage can become inflamed for no apparent reason in this disease.  If this is happening, see an ENT or a rheumatologist

Question 10

past month random red hot hands, then go back to cold, at times hurts, also hot flushes, hot red face. see neurologist or cardiologist or other dr?

Accepted Answer

Gynecologist: It would be prudent to see your gynecologist first just to make sure these symptoms are not due to early menopause. S/he may refer you to another specialist as may be appropriate, e.g., rheumatologist.

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Why does one side of my face and ear get red, hot and flushed ?

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I through periods where i have a glass of wine and my face and ears get red/hot-then its fine for a while and starts again. cause?

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Is it normal for my face and ears to get red/hot after my adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) starts wearing off?

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Green head fly bite area is getting larger over the last 2 hours and is red hot and itchy. when should i be concerned and request treatment ?

A member asked:

Why is my head always red hot? what is wrong with me? can i get help? i have been told my throid is normal.

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My face is flushing, especially when i'm nervous, but it's always red, lips are also red, and sometimes even ears, and i feel hot too. what can i do?

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Sometime my cheeks becomes red and hot nausea and head ache and hot flushing from ear?

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I am experiencing toothache, nasal congestion (stuffiness), flushing on my ears neck and top of head ,gets really red and hot back of neck mostly ear?

A member asked:

Why is my left ear suddenly red, hot, and burning? redness is mostly on scalpa, helix, and anthelix. not so much on lobe

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Past month random red hot hands, then go back to cold, at times hurts, also hot flushes, hot red face. see neurologist or cardiologist or other dr?

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