I desperately need help and I don't know where else to go.

[Detroit_pistons]

Guys I am in a desperate situation, I don't know where to seek help for this issue that I have and Muslims from my experience are some of the most generous souls I know.

I don't know what I am to expect writing this post but it's because I've tried every method thus why I am here.

A few years back I developed a rash like symptom on my skin to combat it I used excessive amounts of soap which has had an adverse affect. I have developed some type of thick swelling pink substance all over my face and it's got so bad that I can't open my mouth to communicate or eat. I've spoken to private doctors and their approach has done nothing. They don't even know what it is, I've yet to get a diagnosis. I spent years researching online and no one has these symptoms or anything like I have, I have pretty much spent majority of my funds trying to treat this. I've had to drop out of education and my job, currently I am on the verge of... I am hoping there is someone here who is a doctor or knows a doctor who could potentially help me. I know this is a long shot but I am desperate here.

[*charisma*]

Assalamu Alaikum

May Allah grant you shifaa ameen.

Is it possibly eczema or psoriasis?

Have you seen a dermatologist? Usually they specialize in skin issues. Family practitioners are limited in that aspect.

[Detroit_pistons]

Assalamu Alaikum

May Allah grant you shifaa ameen.

Is it possibly eczema or psoriasis?

Have you seen a dermatologist? Usually they specialize in skin issues. Family practitioners are limited in that aspect.

Hi I wish it was as simple as eczema but no unfortunately its not. The dermatologist who I've seen and this country that I am residing in are inept and they have been giving me the incorrect diagnosis. I have made another appointment to see one next Thursday and I will insist to get a biopsy. I have been leaving the major ward services and the surgeons there can't tell me what this is.

Truth is i don't trust the doctors here anymore, they have 0 humanity in them and it's almost a patronizing experience but to a certain extent I understand their perspective because I am of ethnic skin sometimes it is difficult to see the underlying issue.

It truly is an anomaly what i am dealing with. If need be I can post fotos. I honestly don't know what to do. Your prayers are appreciated.

[Detroit_pistons]

To add further to justify my reasoning with regards to not trusting the "specialists" here the ones I've seen want to sell you something. And it doesn't work. They are there to sell you a product or a machine and it has 0 affect. And I've spent a small fortune naively believing their nonsense and in the end they are dumb founded and I respectfully leave with little money in my bank account.

Not interested in diagnosing and understanding the issue at hand thus why I am hopeful I can find a honest person because I hate to say this but when it comes to dignity and integrity from my experience the Muslims are a cut above the rest. And I am hoping some dear soul could put me in touch with a doctor who I can trust.

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[MuslimInshallah]

Assalaamu alaikum Detroit,

(mildly) there is a very large Muslim community in the Detroit area... (smile) and there are quite a few physicians in the Muslim community in the US. Why not look into these doctors?

May God Guide you.

[Detroit_pistons]

Assalaamu alaikum Detroit,

(mildly) there is a very large Muslim community in the Detroit area... (smile) and there are quite a few physicians in the Muslim community in the US. Why not look into these doctors?

May God Guide you.

Unfortunately I am not living in the US any longer but in Europe. UK to be exact thus the issue at hand had I been in the US this would have been I'm sure of it resolved but alas unfortunately here I am.

[Scimitar]

Have you tried giving up soaps, gels, facewash etc and trying only RO water? (reverse osmosis water).

Have you also, tried going to a doctor to be tested for allergies?

And of course, you are in my dua!!!

[Detroit_pistons]

Have you tried giving up soaps, gels, facewash etc and trying only RO water? (reverse osmosis water).

Have you also, tried going to a doctor to be tested for allergies?

And of course, you are in my dua!!!

Thank you and I am currently trying that to no avail whatever it is... It doesn't seem like it wants to leave. And it leaves even doctors here asking more questions than giving answers, they are left speechless. They can not understand what it is. Almost alien and I've spent countless waking hours trying to find anyone with similar reported symptoms but nothing. I am in the prime of my life and yet I can't do even the basics anymore. I sat several hours at the hospital in the major accident department upon seeing a surgeon he tells me I haven't seen anything like this, I don't know what it is. And to get a biopsy.
Can I post photos here of yes how?
Thank you for your prayers I am counting on each one.

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In terms of allergies. It does look like I've had some allergic reaction due to the swelling but given the fact that I am not allergic to anything and given the fact how long I've had it without it ever going/improving means logically it's not that.

[Abz2000]

Reasearch - ORANGE PEEL BENEFITS SKIN

[*charisma*]

Sorry to hear about what youre going through. I know its really frustrating to deal with drs. In the meantime, maybe try natural methods. DO NOT use soap as that can be irritating to the skin. Some items i do suggest to try would be turmeric, aloe gel, olive oil, coconut oil, and soaking in epsom salt. You may also be vitamin D deficient if living in UK. Do you have any internal symptoms/pains/abnormalities? Sometimes rashes manifest from other issues and we assume they have nothing to do with one another. Ill check and see if I can get in contact with any drs who are willing to give advice inshallah.

[Detroit_pistons]

Sorry to hear about what youre going through. I know its really frustrating to deal with drs. In the meantime, maybe try natural methods. DO NOT use soap as that can be irritating to the skin. Some items i do suggest to try would be turmeric, aloe gel, olive oil, coconut oil, and soaking in epsom salt. You may also be vitamin D deficient if living in UK. Do you have any internal symptoms/pains/abnormalities? Sometimes rashes manifest from other issues and we assume they have nothing to do with one another. Ill check and see if I can get in contact with any drs who are willing to give advice inshallah.

I'll give a brief history of what I've tried to combat this issue:
Antibiotics (Tetracycline)
Peels, strongest 20% salicylic acid.
Dermal stamping.
Microdermabrasion.
1540 non ablative laser.
Roaccutane.
Tretinoin.
Adapalene.
Tazorac.

Nothing has made any significant difference, any real telling difference at all unfortunately. These "specialists have been giving me treatments for a diagnosis that I don't have.

In terms of medical history I suffer to my knowledge no deficiency, I am knowledgeable on nutrition (I am an athlete).

I've tried home remedies, those that you have recommended. I've been told by a specialist in the US who I've been contact with today, it could be a bacterial infection in the skin but as told me I need to get either of the following: biopsy, blood culture or scraping to determine what it is.

I've made an emergency appointment with a dermatologist because I am in really bad shape due to the discomfort I am feeling.

As absurd as this sounds the last time I went she didn't know how to proceed and needed to consult with her colleague and than her colleague came and patronizingly told me, biopsy isn't a good option at the moment due to the skin not looking the same in the fotos and she would rather do a biopsy when it's exposed, Subhan Allah I feel like I am in a third world country.

Now every specialist who I've consulted with tells me I can't advise you until you get a biopsy. Such is the predicament I am in. I went to the physician she tells me I haven't seen anything like it and yes a biopsy...

Family who I've spoken to over Skype are extremely worried and anxious.
In Sha Allah I am relying on the most high and all of your prayers.

[OmAbdullah]

Thank you and I am currently trying that to no avail whatever it is... It doesn't seem like it wants to leave. And it leaves even doctors here asking more questions than giving answers, they are left speechless. They can not understand what it is. Almost alien and I've spent countless waking hours trying to find anyone with similar reported symptoms but nothing. I am in the prime of my life and yet I can't do even the basics anymore. I sat several hours at the hospital in the major accident department upon seeing a surgeon he tells me I haven't seen anything like this, I don't know what it is. And to get a biopsy.
Can I post photos here of yes how?
Thank you for your prayers I am counting on each one.

- - - Updated - - -

In terms of allergies. It does look like I've had some allergic reaction due to the swelling but given the fact that I am not allergic to anything and given the fact how long I've had it without it ever going/improving means logically it's not that.

Nowadays, I myself prefer natural things because it is not only the doctors who are mostly not trustable but also medicines. So I write to you some facts about a few natural things. From your history of your symptoms, I couldn't clearly understand the disease. Only symptoms are not sufficient to diagnose a disease. Examination and then if needed investigations are also required. Therefore, I will write to you the use and benefits of some natural things and then you will judge yourself what will be better for you.



Generally speaking, ring worm is very clear to be diagnosed but I had seen an advanced case whose back skin had become very thick and red. If medication was given then it would be a long time treatment which also has many side effects. But Allah has given great qualities to lemon. So the local use of lemon on his back for a few days (twice a day ) would be sufficient for the treatment. Also you must always remember that the real shafaa (cure ) is with Allah. If you only start the Ruqiyah which consists of reading surah Al-Faatihah + the last three surahs, repearedly, blow on water and your hands and pass those hands on your face praying to Allah azza wa Jall for Cure, also if not troublesome then washing face with the water on which you have blown the ruqiyah, will be better. Always, read salaat wa salaam on Muhammad salla Allaho alaihi wa sallam between Ruqyah and Du'aa i.e after Ruqyah and before du'aa for cure. This Ruqyah may be sufficient but Allah Ta'ala wants us to take a cause along with du'aa. So you, now should think, if it is an advanced case of ring worm then you should start using lemon+Ruqyah and du'aa.



In case of ringworms: there is itching and slight burning. A red ring can be seen but that is in the beginning. But when it advances then thick, red skin not like normal skin is seen..



If it is not like a case of ring worms, then I suggest you to use Turmeric powder. Allah All-Mighty has given it unique qualities. What I write here is on the bases of experience. Turmeric is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-helminthic and even anti cancer. Its anti cancer effect, I didn't check while the other three effects are confirmed by the Grace of Allah. It is said to be anti-cancer too and I hope so.



Thus, you should moderately heat a little good oil (olive oil is good) and in it mix turmeric powder as much as to make a paste. Then apply it to your face at bed time and wash it in the morning. Do it three times in a week (better on alternate nights) and then wait to see the result.


Important notes:


While using lemon or Turmeric on your face, you must protect your eyes. Also keep away from the nostrils.

Always combine the application of the remedy with Ruqyah +salaat on Muhammad salla Allaho alaihi wa sallam+du'aa with humbleness.


May Allah give you shafaa, aameen.

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For washing the face, you should use simple water. Avoid using soap etc.

[*charisma*]

I'll give a brief history of what I've tried to combat this issue:
Antibiotics (Tetracycline)
Peels, strongest 20% salicylic acid.
Dermal stamping.
Microdermabrasion.
1540 non ablative laser.
Roaccutane.
Tretinoin.
Adapalene.
Tazorac.

Nothing has made any significant difference, any real telling difference at all unfortunately. These "specialists have been giving me treatments for a diagnosis that I don't have.

In terms of medical history I suffer to my knowledge no deficiency, I am knowledgeable on nutrition (I am an athlete).

I've tried home remedies, those that you have recommended. I've been told by a specialist in the US who I've been contact with today, it could be a bacterial infection in the skin but as told me I need to get either of the following: biopsy, blood culture or scraping to determine what it is.

I've made an emergency appointment with a dermatologist because I am in really bad shape due to the discomfort I am feeling.

As absurd as this sounds the last time I went she didn't know how to proceed and needed to consult with her colleague and than her colleague came and patronizingly told me, biopsy isn't a good option at the moment due to the skin not looking the same in the fotos and she would rather do a biopsy when it's exposed, Subhan Allah I feel like I am in a third world country.

Now every specialist who I've consulted with tells me I can't advise you until you get a biopsy. Such is the predicament I am in. I went to the physician she tells me I haven't seen anything like it and yes a biopsy...

Family who I've spoken to over Skype are extremely worried and anxious.
In Sha Allah I am relying on the most high and all of your prayers.

I do think getting a biopsy would be a good idea. I don't know about all of those medications though. I personally wouldn't have used anything until I knew what it was. Doctors are quick at handing out prescriptions without proper diagnosis and you never know how your body will react to it. Do you think you can show us a pic of the affected area (no need to show your face or anything else)? I do want to say that even if it is diagnosed, sometimes there isn't really a cure for certain types of skin conditions. Although since yours appeared suddenly, maybe it needs more investigating. In the meantime, do make ruqyaa on it and use natural products. There is also a product called "A&D ointment" that may help as well, and you can also try "Desitin." Both are very affordable and shouldn't do you any harm.

[Detroit_pistons]

I do think getting a biopsy would be a good idea. I don't know about all of those medications though. I personally wouldn't have used anything until I knew what it was. Doctors are quick at handing out prescriptions without proper diagnosis and you never know how your body will react to it. Do you think you can show us a pic of the affected area (no need to show your face or anything else)? I do want to say that even if it is diagnosed, sometimes there isn't really a cure for certain types of skin conditions. Although since yours appeared suddenly, maybe it needs more investigating. In the meantime, do make ruqyaa on it and use natural products. There is also a product called "A&D ointment" that may help as well, and you can also try "Desitin." Both are very affordable and shouldn't do you any harm.

Thank you for your response, I've tried Desitin but again to no avail...

I am going to show some fotos where it's really exposed and than not so much.

[Scimitar]

Thank you and I am currently trying that to no avail whatever it is... It doesn't seem like it wants to leave. And it leaves even doctors here asking more questions than giving answers, they are left speechless. They can not understand what it is. Almost alien and I've spent countless waking hours trying to find anyone with similar reported symptoms but nothing. I am in the prime of my life and yet I can't do even the basics anymore. I sat several hours at the hospital in the major accident department upon seeing a surgeon he tells me I haven't seen anything like this, I don't know what it is. And to get a biopsy.
Can I post photos here of yes how?
Thank you for your prayers I am counting on each one.

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In terms of allergies. It does look like I've had some allergic reaction due to the swelling but given the fact that I am not allergic to anything and given the fact how long I've had it without it ever going/improving means logically it's not that.

1) Allergies can be developed over time, and appear suddenly.
2) Doctors are not allowed to say "I don't know what this is" or "I've never seen anything like this before" - all they are can really admit is the word "interesting". They are taught NOT to freak the patient out.
3) Reverse Osmosis Water... drink that and wash with it in order to leech your body of impurities which may be making your situation worse.
4) stay away from perfumed soap.
5) get your water supply checked.

AsSalaamu Alaikum

[*charisma*]

What are your symptoms? Like do you have itching? burning? Does it crack or peel? etc..

Edit: what is that mark on the third pic?? is that part of the rash?

[Detroit_pistons]

What are your symptoms? Like do you have itching? burning? Does it crack or peel? etc..

Itching not so much, there is heat and it just feels heavy like an external growth below the skin area, especially around the cheek bone area makes me want to just rip my skin to get whatever is below the surface. I can't see or feel any texture.
I've been told today that it could be a bacterial abscess via email corresponding with a specialist.

[*charisma*]

Is it on both of your cheeks? Look up Erysipelas and Cellulitis..cuz that's what a bacterial abscess would look like. I don't think your seems that severe?

Also have you felt your lymph nodes?

[Detroit_pistons]

It's on the left also but not as bad as the right, it's very severe, it's distorted the shape of my face. And it's abnormal looking. The last foto is the left side.

[Detroit_pistons]

Lymph nodes, sorry I am not familiar? As always I appreciate your help.

[*charisma*]

Oh yeah bro, that second pic..is it shiny like that or did you put on some cream? because if its shiny it definitely looks like it could be a bacterial infection.

Lymph nodes are glands in the body..like under your arm pits and in your neck..sometimes doctors check there to see if there's any swelling. Swelling sometimes indicates an infection, but maybe you wouldn't know how to check yours if you haven't done it before.

[Detroit_pistons]

Oh yeah bro, that second pic..is it shiny like that or did you put on some cream? because if its shiny it definitely looks like it could be a bacterial infection.

Lymph nodes are glands in the body..like under your arm pits and in your neck..sometimes doctors check there to see if there's any swelling. Swelling sometimes indicates an infection, but maybe you wouldn't know how to check yours if you haven't done it before.

It's shiny because I applied oil to it. I'll Google lymph nodes. Hopefully I'll have some answers on Thursday. Currently I'm using a hot compress with salt water as advised by specialists to bring out the infection.

[*charisma*]

May Allah cure you ameen. I'll keep asking and see if I can get any info at all, but inshallah you find out soon enough from knowledgable professionals and get the proper care for it :) Sorry about not being much help. Keep your head up bro.. I used to get eczema on my hands and it was really painful. Nothing would work for it either. I know it's not the same thing but I understand how you feel. Alhemdulilah mine went away even though people tend to live with it for years and years. Inshallah yours will go away as well and never come back.

[talibilm]

Nowadays, I myself prefer natural things because it is not only the doctors who are mostly not trustable but also medicines. So I write to you some facts about a few natural things. From your history of your symptoms, I couldn't clearly understand the disease. Only symptoms are not sufficient to diagnose a disease. Examination and then if needed investigations are also required. Therefore, I will write to you the use and benefits of some natural things and then you will judge yourself what will be better for you.



Generally speaking, ring worm is very clear to be diagnosed but I had seen an advanced case whose back skin had become very thick and red. If medication was given then it would be a long time treatment which also has many side effects. But Allah has given great qualities to lemon. So the local use of lemon on his back for a few days (twice a day ) would be sufficient for the treatment. Also you must always remember that the real shafaa (cure ) is with Allah. If you only start the Ruqiyah which consists of reading surah Al-Faatihah + the last three surahs, repearedly, blow on water and your hands and pass those hands on your face praying to Allah azza wa Jall for Cure, also if not troublesome then washing face with the water on which you have blown the ruqiyah, will be better. Always, read salaat wa salaam on Muhammad salla Allaho alaihi wa sallam between Ruqyah and Du'aa i.e after Ruqyah and before du'aa for cure. This Ruqyah may be sufficient but Allah Ta'ala wants us to take a cause along with du'aa. So you, now should think, if it is an advanced case of ring worm then you should start using lemon+Ruqyah and du'aa.



In case of ringworms: there is itching and slight burning. A red ring can be seen but that is in the beginning. But when it advances then thick, red skin not like normal skin is seen..



If it is not like a case of ring worms, then I suggest you to use Turmeric powder. Allah All-Mighty has given it unique qualities. What I write here is on the bases of experience. Turmeric is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-helminthic and even anti cancer. Its anti cancer effect, I didn't check while the other three effects are confirmed by the Grace of Allah. It is said to be anti-cancer too and I hope so.



Thus, you should moderately heat a little good oil (olive oil is good) and in it mix turmeric powder as much as to make a paste. Then apply it to your face at bed time and wash it in the morning. Do it three times in a week (better on alternate nights) and then wait to see the result.


Important notes:


While using lemon or Turmeric on your face, you must protect your eyes. Also keep away from the nostrils.

Always combine the application of the remedy with Ruqyah +salaat on Muhammad salla Allaho alaihi wa sallam+du'aa with humbleness.


May Allah give you shafaa, aameen.

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For washing the face, you should use simple water. Avoid using soap etc.

@Detroit_pistons

:sl: Bro

I was thinking to suggest some home or natural medicines (like turmeric though it will leave yellow taint for a day )as in the above post . But First pray two rakat salatul hajat and do some sadaqa or feed a poor and call up your Dad to dua (if he is a Muslim) since there is no curtain between a Dads dua for his kid ( I experienced it myself many times) and try those natural medicines.

Practise Islam sincerely and Allah will ease your Problems inshallah.

can also try water soaked with Neem tree leaves ( bitter)

[AbdurRahman.]

Lolol brother the way u wrote ur post I thought u must have a really nasty disease on your skin but the pics show it is not that bad at all and just a bit of rash!!!

Relax bro and get some eczema cream from the doc/chemist and apply that

Try all facial rash creams ... hopefully it should go!

Sorry for the laugh but just trying to make u feel better ☺

[Detroit_pistons]

Lolol brother the way u wrote ur post I thought u must have a really nasty disease on your skin but the pics show it is not that bad at all and just a bit of rash!!!

Relax bro and get some eczema cream from the doc/chemist and apply that

Try all facial rash creams ... hopefully it should go!

Sorry for the laugh but just trying to make u feel better ☺

My good man I can't move my mouth to communicate because of whatever is below the skin surface is rock hard the discomfort is unbearable. I wish to God it was something as simple as eczema and any rash cream from a local grocery store would be enough.

But unfortunately it's not that simple. I've been "diagnosed" with the following:

acne, dry cysts, closed comedones, granuloma faciale, lupus cutaneous, sarcoidosis, scar tissue, bacterial abscess in the skin tissue and according to you it's "just a bit of a rash."

Every dermatologist I contact has advised me to get a biopsy done, the last time I went to get a biopsy done they agreed that they rather take a biopsy when I look like a chemical burn victim as opposed how it typically looks.

The last foto is how I normally looked...

[AbdurRahman.]

My good man I can't move my mouth to communicate because of whatever is below the skin surface is rock hard the discomfort is unbearable. I wish to God it was something as simple as eczema and any rash cream from a local grocery store would be enough.

But unfortunately it's not that simple. I've been "diagnosed" with the following:

acne, dry cysts, closed comedones, granuloma faciale, lupus cutaneous, sarcoidosis, scar tissue, bacterial abscess in the skin tissue and according to you it's "just a bit of a rash."

Every dermatologist I contact has advised me to get a biopsy done, the last time I went to get a biopsy done they agreed that they rather take a biopsy when I look like a chemical burn victim as opposed how it typically looks.
The last foto is how I normally looked...

What I meant bro is it don't look so awful but just like a bit of rash.

Hmmm it seems Allah is testing you with all the underskin diseases in the world but be patient as there is khair (goodness) in patience

[*charisma*]

Assalamu alaikum,

Go get the biopsy done because i definitely think it would be difficult to diagnose since it looks like many other types of skin issues. If it does end up being bacterial, then it needs to be resolved quickly as bacteria spreads. Alhemdulilah though bacterial infections unlike other skin disorders can be fully cured inshallah. Please keep us updated on your situation.

[M.I.A.]

Unfortunately I am not living in the US any longer but in Europe. UK to be exact thus the issue at hand had I been in the US this would have been I'm sure of it resolved but alas unfortunately here I am.

This is what threw me..

Anyway some skin conditions respond favourably to "light therapy" its not the same as getting a tan..

But its pretty much the closest thing you can do without a specialist.

Worth a try if you can.

[Supernova]

Guys I am in a desperate situation, I don't know where to seek help for this issue that I have and Muslims from my experience are some of the most generous souls I know.

I don't know what I am to expect writing this post but it's because I've tried every method thus why I am here.

A few years back I developed a rash like symptom on my skin to combat it I used excessive amounts of soap which has had an adverse affect. I have developed some type of thick swelling pink substance all over my face and it's got so bad that I can't open my mouth to communicate or eat. I've spoken to private doctors and their approach has done nothing. They don't even know what it is, I've yet to get a diagnosis. I spent years researching online and no one has these symptoms or anything like I have, I have pretty much spent majority of my funds trying to treat this. I've had to drop out of education and my job, currently I am on the verge of... I am hoping there is someone here who is a doctor or knows a doctor who could potentially help me. I know this is a long shot but I am desperate here.

Asalaamualaykum
Just curious - How did you communicate wit the Doctors seeing that you stated that you could not open your mouth to communicate ?
Secondly - How did you consume food ?
Thirdly - Seeing your picture when you last looked without the skin irritability and those with the skin irritability - how many years has its been between those set of pictures ?

[Detroit_pistons]

This is what threw me..

Anyway some skin conditions respond favourably to "light therapy" its not the same as getting a tan..

But its pretty much the closest thing you can do without a specialist.

Worth a try if you can.

My brain is telling me it's a bacterial problem deep in the tissue. I am going to use some salicylic acid to make it more visible to the dermatology I can't trust these people otherwise to take it seriously. The last time I went they said it looks much different to the fotos. Awesome stuff...

The skin recovered and it's below the skin now as opposed to being so exposed.

Honestly...

[Detroit_pistons]

Asalaamualaykum
Just curious - How did you communicate wit the Doctors seeing that you stated that you could not open your mouth to communicate ?
Secondly - How did you consume food ?
Thirdly - Seeing your picture when you last looked without the skin irritability and those with the skin irritability - how many years has its been between those set of pictures ?

In terms of talking and eating, the swelling becomes absurd and anytime you open your mouth it's almost like placing a foreign object that is weighing you down which causes a lot of irritability. It's almost a hindrance to open and close the mouth.

The foto which i said I looked "normal" the swelling had gone however I wasn't fully recovered it was taken in 2015.
And that lasted temporarily.

[M.I.A.]

Do you think this has anything to do with shaving?

If so the next time you do.. use sensitive skin products.

Probably best to do so after a hot bath.. with the windows closed.

If it doesn't work for you its ok because its free.

[Supernova]

In terms of talking and eating, the swelling becomes absurd and anytime you open your mouth it's almost like placing a foreign object that is weighing you down which causes a lot of irritability. It's almost a hindrance to open and close the mouth.

The foto which i said I looked "normal" the swelling had gone however I wasn't fully recovered it was taken in 2015.
And that lasted temporarily.

Asalaamualaykum
so in 2 years you developed such a deep A-line on your face

It also seemed to have changed your hair growth as your beard doesn't look the same texture.

Did that get addressed - seems rather strange that it would change the entire hair texture and growth.

[Detroit_pistons]

Asalaamualaykum
so in 2 years you developed such a deep A-line on your face

It also seemed to have changed your hair growth as your beard doesn't look the same texture.

Did that get addressed - seems rather strange that it would change the entire hair texture and growth.

Precisely I am just as confused, whatever is below the surface of the skin has an affect on the texture of my beard yes and it also changes the shape of my face from a round to looking like I have huge cheek bones.

It's the reason why I am putting myself out there on a public forum because of countless research that I don't care to remember, I can't find anyone with these symptoms even close to them.

All I can say think at the moment that it is a bacterial abscess in the tissue. One thing is for certain I'm not leaving dermatology until I get a biopsy tomorrow.

All your prayers are appreciated.

[Detroit_pistons]

That has covered my face it is a hard substance, it doesn't feel like skin texture. I find it even difficult to articulate it. Just the feeling is enough to drive person insane, it's always prevalent but sometimes it'll just sit below the skin. And not as exposed so it almost seems like I have a shadow cast around my face.

I sometimes feel like my Allah has forgotten me. But I can't lose faith in his mercy.

[Supernova]

Precisely I am just as confused, whatever is below the surface of the skin has an affect on the texture of my beard yes and it also changes the shape of my face from a round to looking like I have huge cheek bones.

It's the reason why I am putting myself out there on a public forum because of countless research that I don't care to remember, I can't find anyone with these symptoms even close to them.

All I can say think at the moment that it is a bacterial abscess in the tissue. One thing is for certain I'm not leaving dermatology until I get a biopsy tomorrow.

All your prayers are appreciated.

Asalaamualaykum

I am really surprised - YOU LOOK LIKE TWO DIFFERENT PEOPLE

Please let us know what the outcome is because it would be natural phenomena if that tissue
1) Caused the melanin in the skin to darken
AND
2) changed your hair growth
AND
3) Changed your hair color
AND
4) managed to somehow drop the entire muscular collection of the lower jaw (Which is what causes the A-line most of the time)
AND
5) Managed to reshape your your skeletal cheek bone structure.

InshAllah you will come back with something. At least then you'd know where you stand right.

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Precisely I am just as confused, whatever is below the surface of the skin has an affect on the texture of my beard yes and it also changes the shape of my face from a round to looking like I have huge cheek bones.

It's the reason why I am putting myself out there on a public forum because of countless research that I don't care to remember, I can't find anyone with these symptoms even close to them.

All I can say think at the moment that it is a bacterial abscess in the tissue. One thing is for certain I'm not leaving dermatology until I get a biopsy tomorrow.

All your prayers are appreciated.

Asalaamualaykum

I am really surprised - YOU LOOK LIKE TWO DIFFERENT PEOPLE

Please let us know what the outcome is because it would be natural phenomena if that tissue
1) Caused the melanin in the skin to darken
AND
2) changed your hair growth
AND
3) Changed your hair color
AND
4) managed to somehow drop the entire muscular collection of the lower jaw (Which is what causes the A-line most of the time)
AND
5) Managed to reshape your your skeletal cheek bone structure.

InshAllah you will come back with something. At least then you'd know where you stand right.

[Detroit_pistons]

Asalaamualaykum

I am really surprised - YOU LOOK LIKE TWO DIFFERENT PEOPLE

Please let us know what the outcome is because it would be natural phenomena if that tissue
1) Caused the melanin in the skin to darken
AND
2) changed your hair growth
AND
3) Changed your hair color
AND
4) managed to somehow drop the entire muscular collection of the lower jaw (Which is what causes the A-line most of the time)
AND
5) Managed to reshape your your skeletal cheek bone structure.

InshAllah you will come back with something. At least then you'd know where you stand right.

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Asalaamualaykum

I am really surprised - YOU LOOK LIKE TWO DIFFERENT PEOPLE

Please let us know what the outcome is because it would be natural phenomena if that tissue
1) Caused the melanin in the skin to darken
AND
2) changed your hair growth
AND
3) Changed your hair color
AND
4) managed to somehow drop the entire muscular collection of the lower jaw (Which is what causes the A-line most of the time)
AND
5) Managed to reshape your your skeletal cheek bone structure.

InshAllah you will come back with something. At least then you'd know where you stand right.

I have to be very clear that is external its not skin, the melanin hasn't changed if that makes sense, it isn't pigment. I can literally pick at it and bring it to the surface, I'm going to post some fotos where I look "normal" where I don't even know what to call it this thick pink substance has sat down as opposed to swelling 95% of the time. These fotos were taken a few months ago, we're talking the first in May and the second in early August.

[Detroit_pistons]

Now compare that to this:

2 different people. Honestly now how do I explain that to the doctor without looking crazy? Such is the predicament.

[M.I.A.]

..do you have hypoallergenic pillows?

You must spend some time asleep and maybe it goes some way towards.. not helping your condition.

Check it out.. mostly reasonably priced also.

Does it come and go in phases? Thats usually how it is.

[OmAbdullah]

You shouldn't expose your face to camera, computers and any electronics. It may be dangerous and may change a benign condition into malignant one. Don't use any chemicals, leave your face without creams etc. Check your clothes, blankets and pillows because it may be allergy to something. Then keep away from such irritant things. Biopsy is a must to know the nature of this lesion.


Allah never forgets. Say lots of astaghfaar because with astaghfaar those doors of the Mercy of Allah are knocked from which none returns empty-handed. Eat more grapes because it has natural anti-histamine. May Allah give you shafaa and stay hopeful.

[Detroit_pistons]

Hey guys so to update and I want to just say I appreciate all your well wishes, prayers and advice. Really kind of you all. They the dermatologists upon examining it decided between them the biopsy would be the best option.

I immediately was taken to minor surgery department and got 2 biopsies done both on my right side cheek bone area, 5 mm deep. I pray and I ask for your prayers to Allah the most high the sample is enough to be able to diagnose and treat it.

Please consider me in your prayers.

PS is there a moderator in this forum? I want to submit a request in private.

[Detroit_pistons]

In a lot of discomfort today to the point of sheer anger and even losing my sanity almost. I rubbed raw onion on my face and it soothed the pain and the inflammatory bumps thank Allah, but it still remains...

I'm going to show some pictures first is prior to the biopsy and the second is today when I was in a lot of discomfort and the third is after I rubbed raw onion all over my face.

Like a brother said earlier I look like 2 different people the way the symmetry of my face changes its something that is beggars belief.

Still awaiting results for the biopsy I will call them today.

[Reminder]

Bro I am going through a very similar experience. Only it is not on my face, but under the armpits. They are constantly itching and hurt very bad. When I use cream, it stings A LOT.

[*charisma*]

Bro I am going through a very similar experience. Only it is not on my face, but under the armpits. They are constantly itching and hurt very bad. When I use cream, it stings A LOT.

Assalamu alaikum,

Sounds like a fungal infection. Could very well be a yeast infection..try using anti fungal cream made to fight candida.

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Also fight the urge to keep scratching. It can spread the infection.

[Supernova]

Bro I am going through a very similar experience. Only it is not on my face, but under the armpits. They are constantly itching and hurt very bad. When I use cream, it stings A LOT.

Asalaamualaykum:
It could be your method of shaving. If you are using those new multi blades razors, try switching to a single blade. The Safety Razor that takes the single blade. It could also be the shaving gel and/or the shaving cream that you use.

If you want to contact me - I can explain further details IF you think it might be a shaving problem. Pardon the pun here - but if you scratch below the surface concerning the shaving private parts topic, you will realise that many people don't know the science of shaving properly. and Take @*charisma* advice - don't go wild scratching especially nail to skin.

[Reminder]

Asalaamualaykum:
It could be your method of shaving. If you are using those new multi blades razors, try switching to a single blade. The Safety Razor that takes the single blade. It could also be the shaving gel and/or the shaving cream that you use.

If you want to contact me - I can explain further details IF you think it might be a shaving problem. Pardon the pun here - but if you scratch below the surface concerning the shaving private parts topic, you will realise that many people don't know the science of shaving properly. and Take @*charisma* advice - don't go wild scratching especially nail to skin.

It has something to do with the weather. The temperature is getting cold now, the air is dry and my whole body is feeling it. Cream works, but not enough. I took pics, but don't think you want to see them. Basically my armpits are completely red and swollen.

[Detroit_pistons]

The physical and emotional pain that I am dealing with each minute passing is unbearable, to the point that I am angry at Allah, where I am questioning his mercy. There is no reassurance from anyone and I don't need moral support but this is all too much for me to handle. Going into the third week now and still awaiting biopsy results.

[*charisma*]

The physical and emotional pain that I am dealing with each minute passing is unbearable, to the point that I am angry at Allah, where I am questioning his mercy. There is no reassurance from anyone and I don't need moral support but this is all too much for me to handle. Going into the third week now and still awaiting biopsy

I'm sorry to hear that you are still in pain. What happened with the biopsy?

You probably feel very self-conscious about your appearance and not knowing what's happening, and I believe this is probably more important to you than the actual physical pain, so I just want to let you know that it doesn't really look as bad as it seems. As for not knowing, you will find out soon inshallah. Just be patient bro. You should have done the biopsy much sooner, but I understand that sometimes we don't know the severity of a medical issue until it does not go away. In any case, you have to be stronger than this :)

[Detroit_pistons]

I don't know what to do... I want to kill myself, it's as I feared the biopsy haven't given conclusive results they've told me to come in on the 12th December.

I will make a private appointment tomorrow with a dermatologist his name is Mohsin Ali.
I admittedly have chosen him because he's a Muslim.

I wake up and look in the mirror and I don't recognize myself. Who is staring back at me. The bumps, the symmetry of my face. The discomfort. I am now so tired emotionally and physically I just want to die.
The many faces none which I recognize.

Huge bump in this picture don't know if you can see it.

Here I am a couple of months ago:

Last night:

And today waking up:

Where is the logic? Not a single person has these symptoms.
I feel something below my skin, something trapped, no antibiotic works, no home remedy works, no topical cream works.

How do I get to the bottom of this? Am I cursed to live my life like this?
Surely death is better.

[*charisma*]

Assalamu Alaikum

Bro..I'm wondering if this is lupus. Has that been checked for at all or even mentioned to you??

Are you sure that you have NO other issues other than this rash? Do you have joint pains? fatigue? random fevers? etc.

[Detroit_pistons]

Assalamu Alaikum

Bro..I'm wondering if this is lupus. Has that been checked for at all or even mentioned to you??

Are you sure that you have NO other issues other than this rash? Do you have joint pains? fatigue? random fevers? etc.

Lupus hasn't been brought to my attention and I don't think it's that having checked Google images, no joint pain or any other problems regarding health.

I feel something is trapped below the surface on both cheeks but it is really deep and it won't come to the surface.
Sebaceous cyst, abscess trapped liquid?
Maybe a cortisone injection in there could help, I will ask the doctor on Saturday when I go and see him.

[*charisma*]

Lupus hasn't been brought to my attention and I don't think it's that having checked Google images, no joint pain or any other problems regarding health.

I feel something is trapped below the surface on both cheeks but it is really deep and it won't come to the surface.
Sebaceous cyst, abscess trapped liquid?
Maybe a cortisone injection in there could help, I will ask the doctor on Saturday when I go and see him.
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If it were a cyst, it'd basically feel like a large pimple. But why would it be on both of your cheeks?

Lupus rashes look like this:

I don't think the rash is on the bridge of your nose too though right?

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Wait..is it that small area in your cheekbone??

[Detroit_pistons]

If it were a cyst, it'd basically feel like a large pimple. But why would it be on both of your cheeks?

Lupus rashes look like this:

I don't think the rash is on the bridge of your nose too though right?

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Wait..is it that small area in your cheekbone??

Nose is the one area that is unaffected, it's on both cheeks but I don't know if it is a cyst? I've been suggested multiple diagnosis and one of them was a abscess.

There is something below the skin trapped, that's one thing I am 100% certain of and I can manipulate it by using my fingers by plucking and prodding and it'll become more visible.

An out of hours doctor said it was a sebaceous cyst and gave me a course antibiotics clarythromicin 500mg which had no affect. He did tell me to go see someone to get it scanned, could he have meant a CT scan?

I am currently on minocycline 200mg it's been 5 weeks and again no positive affect at all.

The reason I say it is a cyst I woke up one day with a huge red inflamed bump on both cheeks, the bump on the right cheek was bigger than the left.
And I panicked and used many a drying agent, method and as opposed to letting it come to a head naturally, it just sunk into my skin and did/will not surface ever since.

One of my options is a cortisone shot into lesion but it's hard to pin point where it is. Hopefully the dermatologist on Saturday will provide some clear answers/solution.

[*charisma*]

Nose is the one area that is unaffected, it's on both cheeks but I don't know if it is a cyst? I've been suggested multiple diagnosis and one of them was a abscess.

There is something below the skin trapped, that's one thing I am 100% certain of and I can manipulate it by using my fingers by plucking and prodding and it'll become more visible.

An out of hours doctor said it was a sebaceous cyst and gave me a course antibiotics clarythromicin 500mg which had no affect. He did tell me to go see someone to get it scanned, could he have meant a CT scan?

I am currently on minocycline 200mg it's been 5 weeks and again no positive affect at all.

The reason I say it is a cyst I woke up one day with a huge red inflamed bump on both cheeks, the bump on the right cheek was bigger than the left.
And I panicked and used many a drying agent, method and as opposed to letting it come to a head naturally, it just sunk into my skin and did/will not surface ever since.

One of my options is a cortisone shot into lesion but it's hard to pin point where it is. Hopefully the dermatologist on Saturday will provide some clear answers/solution.

I've had a cyst before. There's no way antibiotics would have ever worked for it and instead of coming to head, it would just get larger, going deeper into the skin, and become very painful. You will have to get it taken out surgically. So if that's what it is, I probably would stop taking any meds that aren't helpful. No use in putting something in your body that is not even doing anything, especially if it's an antibiotic.

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Inshallah you get it figured out soon. I'm at a loss as what it could be..it could be many things. It's just weird that they appeared suddenly. Cysts usually start small and then grow. A CT scan might help because it will be able to see if there's anything under the skin.

[Detroit_pistons]

I've had a cyst before. There's no way antibiotics would have ever worked for it and instead of coming to head, it would just get larger, going deeper into the skin, and become very painful. You will have to get it taken out surgically. So if that's what it is, I probably would stop taking any meds that aren't helpful. No use in putting something in your body that is not even doing anything, especially if it's an antibiotic.

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Inshallah you get it figured out soon. I'm at a loss as what it could be..it could be many things. It's just weird that they appeared suddenly. Cysts usually start small and then grow. A CT scan might help because it will be able to see if there's anything under the skin.

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That's how it looks currently, can you see the bump? I've used some black seed oil thus the gleam.
I don't know what to do here?
There is something below there and only when I use my fingers to bring it to the surface does it show outside of that it just lays flat.
Doctors are diagnosing something else each time they see me I look different the only certainty is the feeling of something below my skin.
I am really distraught and don't know if I should go to the emergency services.

[*charisma*]

That's how it looks currently, can you see the bump? I've used some black seed oil thus the gleam.
I don't know what to do here?
There is something below there and only when I use my fingers to bring it to the surface does it show outside of that it just lays flat.
Doctors are diagnosing something else each time they see me I look different the only certainty is the feeling of something below my skin.
I am really distraught and don't know if I should go to the emergency services.

May Allah grant you shifa bro. Just don't panic or feel discouraged here. You're going to be fine. Think positively. They will figure it out. Skin issues are always ambiguous on the surface.
You also have to take into consideration that you have just NOW started testing for it. Before drs were just speculating because they were only observing it externally.
So consider this just the beginning even though I know it feels like ages by now. Whether you cry about it or get frustrated, it's still going to be there, right? So it's better to just take control of the situation and be positive and content at least.

[Detroit_pistons]

May Allah grant you shifa bro. Just don't panic or feel discouraged here. You're going to be fine. Think positively. They will figure it out. Skin issues are always ambiguous on the surface.
You also have to take into consideration that you have just NOW started testing for it. Before drs were just speculating because they were only observing it externally.
So consider this just the beginning even though I know it feels like ages by now. Whether you cry about it or get frustrated, it's still going to be there, right? So it's better to just take control of the situation and be positive and content at least.

I went to the over night doctor she says she couldn't do anything but tells me it's not a cyst or an abscess given its been there for many a year.
That's the clearest picture of it I have I'm hoping to God on Saturday, a cortisone injection into the area or a solution can be found.

Your kind words and prayers are most appreciated, thank you.

[*charisma*]

I went to the over night doctor she says she couldn't do anything but tells me it's not a cyst or an abscess given its been there for many a year.
That's the clearest picture of it I have I'm hoping to God on Saturday, a cortisone injection into the area or a solution can be found.

Your kind words and prayers are most appreciated, thank you.

I think you should try going to an immunologist. Cortisone injections are only going to help temporarily with pain.
And maybe you should request--demand-- a CT scan next time you go to a dr. There's no point in them just externally examining it when the results are always inconclusive.

[Detroit_pistons]

I think you should try going to an immunologist. Cortisone injections are only going to help temporarily with pain.
And maybe you should request--demand-- a CT scan next time you go to a dr. There's no point in them just externally examining it when the results are always inconclusive.

Wouldn't a cortisone injection (which I've yet to try) shrink whatever is below there? I've been recommended to get a scan by a general practitioner here however he wasn't clear on the type of scan.

There is the CT scan and also ultrasound.

Thank you I'll keep this in mind when I go see him.

You would think the skin would heal itself I'm not a dermatologist or a doctor so I won't pretend to be one but something that has lingered for such a long time is I don't know unheard of and no antibiotic makes even the slightest of differences.

I have so many questions hopefully this person who I'll see can provide me some resolution because honestly I just have had enough.

[*charisma*]

Wouldn't a cortisone injection (which I've yet to try) shrink whatever is below there? I've been recommended to get a scan by a general practitioner here however he wasn't clear on the type of scan.

As far as I know, a cortisone injection temporarily relieves pain. It's usually used on joints though, so I don't know if it can be used on the face. I had one before cuz something happened with my ankles and they were extremely painful, and it was amazing with helping relieve the pain but it only lasted for a few days.

You would think the skin would heal itself I'm not a dermatologist or a doctor so I won't pretend to be one but something that has lingered for such a long time is I don't know unheard of and no antibiotic makes even the slightest of differences.

The fact that it's been so long makes me think it's your immune system attacking itself. Kinda like when people have psoriasis or eczema. They happen out of no where and can last for years. But cysts can also be there for years and only grow slightly. Looking at your pic it actually looks like an ingrown hair or a large pimple under the skin. It could also be a mixture of things. who knows..inshallah you will get answers soon :)

[Detroit_pistons]

As far as I know, a cortisone injection temporarily relieves pain. It's usually used on joints though, so I don't know if it can be used on the face. I had one before cuz something happened with my ankles and they were extremely painful, and it was amazing with helping relieve the pain but it only lasted for a few days.




The fact that it's been so long makes me think it's your immune system attacking itself. Kinda like when people have psoriasis or eczema. They happen out of no where and can last for years. But cysts can also be there for years and only grow slightly. Looking at your pic it actually looks like an ingrown hair or a large pimple under the skin. It could also be a mixture of things. who knows..inshallah you will get answers soon :)

Hey so I'm fairly certain whatever is below there is a pimple but just won't cease nor does it surface and its quite huge and distorting my face.

This is what a cortisone can do when used to treat a hidden pimple:

I've tried pretty much every thing to no avail and this is common practice in the US but here in the UK I can't seem to find anyone that will administer it.

It's really strange I've got a friend who visited India and he brought 2 vials of it. I am going to see someone tomorrow because they won't confirm they will administer it unless they see me.

It's also used as you noted for muscular joint relief.
I don't know if it's wise for me to use it on my own but it seems nigh on impossible to find someone who will give it.

Did you see someone privately?

[*charisma*]

No please do not administer it to yourself. You dont know what the risks are and for sure this is something a dr. has to administer.

Did you see someone privately?

No I had to go to the ER cuz of how bad and extreme the pain was, and i have quite a high tolerance for pain mashallah, but this was really bad. If you believe a private dr. will give you better and more focused care then maybe you can try them. If its a cyst though i feel like it should be easy to diagnose.

[Umm Malik]

My advice for you is- beside the remedies of helping
Is to make a lot of istighfar try to see your mistakes and repent from it say a lot of istighfar "astaghfirou Allah and also LA hawla wala kuwwata illa billah
Because each problem have a solution but we don't know it sometimes
When you do so Allah will help you and make it easy for you and bring the cure for you for sure
Recite alfatihah in a water and drink from it and if it's okay to put it in your face
Then do it
Also try to don't think a lot of this because when we think about our problems we forget about what we have and we became ungrateful and this not good for our Psychological health and as you know- the Psychology do affect the skin.
So don't think a lot about this issue but rather think about it as a test and it have a wisdom in it ... but it's not forever
Say rabbi inni massaniya dourrou WA anta arhamo rahimin
And- LA ilaha illa anta subhanaka inni Kontoo mina dalimin
Fulfill your prayers and Allah will bring healing to you wherever it be

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Drink the licorice because it contains a Natural cortisone it's so helpful for the skin problems and the inflammations
You can also wash your face with it if that okay

[Detroit_pistons]

Thank you all, Allah truly is the most merciful and he has helped me immensely.

I suffered from fungi and Roseaca I got it treated privately by a middle Eastern doctor, within 5 minutes of the treatment the abnormal bumps went down and my face regained its texture and shape.

I was really in full panic mode and shock.

Thank you all for your prayers, I got a letter from the dermatology department where all the dermatologist (around 25) in my area of living are going to attend a meeting with me present to discuss my symptoms and get a diagnosis of course that isn't necessary now but I will still attend and tell them of the treatment I received and diagnosis.

Again thank you all for your advice and prayers.
May Allah make it easy for you all.

[emem.masorong]

Have enduring faith that all will come to pass... That is true... No problem that lasts... be it blues... The popping past, the smell of our shoe...