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A 36-year-old male asked:

Hi. i have a ( bad skin rash on both sides of my beard ) ive have for 12 years from using 70% isopropyl alcohol ) on my face. ive tried hydrocortisone, tretnoin , prescription steroid cream , etc. please help me diagnosis what this is i have ???

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Dr. James Ferguson
Pediatrics 48 years experience
Skin issues arise from many possible triggering agents and can be a sign of systemic illness. The more localized it is the more likely it is from something you put on that skin. True diagnosis of skin issues usually requires a direct visual exam & occasionally testing. No diagnosis can be made from the information you provided. A contact dermatitis is suggested but other possibilities exist.
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