Severe Burning and Irritation from Doctor-Prescribed Medication
Question
I am experiencing severe burning, stinging, pain, and heat on my face, especially on my cheekbones, after using medication prescribed by a doctor for just a few days. The doctor prescribed 7 items but did not disclose their names (using generic names). What should I do about this severe skin reaction?
Answer
Hello, I understand how distressing severe burning and irritation on your face must be.
Based on your description of severe burning and stinging after only a few days of using the doctor's medication, especially on the cheekbones where you feel pain, stinging, and heat, this is a sign that your skin is having a strong reaction to some medication or product in the treatment plan.
The most important thing right now is that you should immediately go back to see the doctor who prescribed the medication to inform them of these severe side effects. The doctor needs to evaluate your symptoms and may need to adjust the medication or treatment plan to suit your current skin condition.
Adding other products or formulas at this time could complicate the situation. Since we do not know the exact ingredients of the medication the doctor prescribed, using other products together might interfere with the medication's effectiveness or make it difficult to determine which product is causing the reaction, or if it's an interaction between the medication and the products you add.
The doctor you are currently seeing is aware of your history, skin condition, and the treatment plan provided. Informing them directly about the allergic reaction will help the doctor resolve the issue and adjust the treatment most effectively.
Regarding the issue of the doctor not disclosing the names of the medications, as the staff pointed out, it is a basic right of the patient to know the information about the medication they receive, which is something you can ask your doctor about. However, in an urgent situation with a severe allergic reaction like this, informing the doctor immediately to adjust the treatment is the most important priority.
I urge you to consult your doctor as soon as possible.