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I used to put an antibiotic cream on my face& i wasn't allergic to it...but yedterday when i put it on face sudden. red patches appeared..what is this?

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An allergy: These creams are not meant for facial use. Stop using it.

Dr Miller agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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