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

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.

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.

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!!!

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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.

format_quote Originally Posted by Detroit_pistons

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.

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.

format_quote Originally Posted by Detroit_pistons

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.

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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.

format_quote Originally Posted by Detroit_pistons

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

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?

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?

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.