DEAR DR. GOTT: I am a 60-year-old cleaning lady. In January 2009, my face felt like it had menthol on it with a burning sensation on both cheeks that has continued 24 hours a day since then. Even the corners of my mouth burn. I went to a skin specialist three times. He prescribed Pramosone, Doxycycline and Prascion, none of which worked.
What kind of doctor do I go to next? I hope you can help me.
DEAR READER: I am confused why you experience symptoms now unless you have been exposed to an allergen, are on a new medication, herb or other supplement, or have had an unidentified occurrence in your life. [Read more...]