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I have a lesion on my left cheek close to my ear, I dont know

 

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I have a lesion on my left cheek close to my ear, I don't know what it is, it appeared about a mont ago? /Users/sergeblier/Pictures/iPhoto Library/Modified/2012/2012-05-12/IMG_0415_2_2_2.jpg

 

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Person's Gender: Female
Person's Age: 50

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Submitted: 333 days and 18 hours ago.
Category: Dermatology
Value: $58
Status: CLOSED
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Expert:  Dermadoc replied 333 days and 18 hours ago.


Dermadoc :

hello

Dermadoc :

thanks for using just answer.

i will be glad to be of assistance.

Dermadoc :

thanks a lot for your thoughtfulness, you posted a link to the picture

Dermadoc :

but unfortunately its not opening.

Dermadoc :

You can upload pictures to the question box by clicking on the paper clip or tree icon in the question box toolbar.

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Another option is to upload pictures to www.photobucket.com

or www.picasa.com

and send me the link. Whatever you prefer.

Dermadoc :

i will wait till you post it, would that be alright with you?

Customer :

OK, I'll try to do this just now

Dermadoc :

sure i will wait for it

Dermadoc :

please let me know if you are facing a difficulty

Customer :

I just downloaded the program picasa now how do i let you see it?

Dermadoc :

ou can upload the photo on that, and copy the link from the address bar and paste it here

Dermadoc :

so i will be able to click on the link and see your photo

Customer :

here is the link, I thought I had to let you in!

Customer :

https://plus.google.com/photos/117284537188199085337/albums

Dermadoc :

thanks

Dermadoc :

but the photo is not opening

Dermadoc :

it says serge has no albums

Dermadoc :

you need to change the security settings

Customer :

I changed it to public for now and see if it lets you in,

Dermadoc :

sure, thanks

Dermadoc :

i will check

Dermadoc :

i checked it out. the picture is clear.

Dermadoc :

is the lesion causing any symptoms?

Dermadoc :

like itching, burning, pain?

Dermadoc :

is it anywhere else on the face?

Customer :

No, I just noticed it one morning in the mirror

Dermadoc :

have you tried to treat it at all?

Dermadoc :

has the size increased in the last one month?

Customer :

Not yet

Customer :

the size doubled in the last month

Dermadoc :

is it flat or can you feel it when you touch it?

Customer :

very small elevation, a bit more rough and tens then surrounding skin

Customer :

Is someone still there?

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Expert:  Dermadoc replied 333 days and 17 hours ago.

alright, thanks a lot for your response.

after seeing the picture, i have come to a probable diagnosis of:-
1. eczema
2. polymorphous light eruption
3. psoriasis.

is there any flaking of skin that you had seen?

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Expert:  Dermadoc replied 333 days and 17 hours ago.

yes i am still here i asked you a few queries.

after seeing the picture, i have come to a probable diagnosis of:-
1. eczema
2. polymorphous light eruption
3. psoriasis.

is there any flaking of skin that you had seen?

Customer replied 333 days and 17 hours ago.

No flaking

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Expert:  Dermadoc replied 333 days and 17 hours ago.

ok thanks.

this is then most likely a polymorphous light eruption, its an allergy to the sun.

its not necessary to have a lot of sun exposure to cause this type of lesion. it can happen with small amounts of exposure at the same site daily too. its a classic site for the polymorphous light eruption. its a harmless condition.

i would recommend that you try to treat it with cortisone cream applied twice a day for 2 weeks. a polymorphous light eruption will show improvement.

the cream is available over the counter.

also please use a sunscreen regularly on the face.

it will be the best to treat it.

please let me know your queries.

regards

Expert TypeBoard Certified Dermatologist
Category: Dermatology
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Answered: 5/12/2012

Experience: MBBS, DNB DERMATOLOGY

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Customer replied 333 days and 17 hours ago.

Than you, I just accepted your answer and will follow your recommendations!

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Expert:  Dermadoc replied 333 days and 17 hours ago.

you are most welcome, in case you have any queries, please do feel free to get back to me in this same question. i will surely answer your queries.

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Category: Dermatology
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Answered: 5/12/2012

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