I work in a factory with dust will my whole face be affected or will the one area
If I apply fluorouracil on one spot on my face will my entire face get red?
Question posted by Glendashep50 on 14 April 2018
Last updated on 15 April 2018
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Ellieg123
14 April 2018
It should only affect the one spot. However, I have used fluorouracil and sometimes it has brought out other spots. If you apply it with a q-tip you should be ok. Good luck.
Glendashep50
15 April 2018
Thank you. I am scared to use it or not to use it. The spot is close to my nose. My safety glasses for work will be touching that area. Can I wear a bandaid?
Ellieg123
15 April 2018
When do you apply the cream? I put it on before I go to bed. I use it once a day per my doctor’s directions. Please follow your doctor’s directions. Some people have to apply it twice a day. During the day I wear make up and it doesn’t interfere with the drug’s effectiveness. I
Once asked how quickly is the drug absorbed by the body and was told a few hours. Call your doctor if you still feel anxious.
Jazzears
14 April 2018
No it only affects the area where it is applied
Glendashep50
14 April 2018
Thank u... it's not a big spot
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