A 43-year-old male asked:
Ive had folliculitis-like red papules on only one side of my face for over a year. current treatment with isotretinoin and ivermectin (topical and oral) thinking about demodex, but in one year it hasnt gone away, what else could it be?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Donald Colantinoanswered
Internal Medicine 63 years experience
Your dermatologist will have to sort this out for you and if you're not satisfied with his/her treatment seek a second opinion from another dermatologist. You want the best of care especially when your face is involved.
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