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A 41-year-old female asked:
my 2y/o has dry scaly red cheeks? why?
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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered
Dermatology 57 years experience
ECZEMA: Typical eczema often presents this way. It is genetic and related to dry skin. Often there are relatives with asthma and eczema. Allergy tests are not helpful & may be harmful. Foods are rarely a factor.Elimination diets may be harmful. Soaking with water followed by application of vaseline or aquaphor is useful. There are good creams such as eucerin, aveeno, (oatmeal) etc. Might need rx.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
How can I cover up blotchy red cheeks?
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Dr. Morris Westfried answered
Dermatology 46 years experience
Green makeup: Green makeup will cancel out the redness. Also eucerin redness relief with a licorice extract can calm the appearance of red skin. The could be used together if desired.
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A 16-year-old female asked:
Why do I have blotchy red cheeks? There are no bumps, though.
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Dr. Monib Zirvi answered
Dermatology 21 years experience
Multiple causes : Redness on the cheeks can be from eczema, rosacea or mild keratosis pilaris. See a dermatologist to evaluate it and prescribe treatment. In general, using sensitive skin and unscented soaps, moisturizers and sunscreens helps minimize redness on the cheeks.
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A 16-year-old female asked:
What medication do you recommend for red cheeks?
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Dr. Donald Shenenberger answered
Dermatology 25 years experience
Depends on the dx: Red cheeks can be dues to a bunch of things from rosacea to sunburn to lupus and a bunch of other things in between. Seeng a dermatologist can help you clarify what is going on and how best to treat.
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A 45-year-old member asked:
I really don't like having red cheeks,help me!!!!d;?
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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered
Psychiatry 25 years experience
The reason for the : redness needs to be determined before solutions can be provided. Your best bet is evaluation by a dermatologist. Take care.
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Dr. Ryan Nishihara commented
Pediatrics 28 years experience
Yes, see your physician as skin as well as other hormonal/endocrine causes may be a factor. But always cover up from the sun.
Jul 5, 2014
Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan commented
Dermatology 57 years experience
meanwhile try a drop of Afrin solution on each cheek (get the generic)
Jul 5, 2014
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