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Pityriasis versicolor

2018-10-21 20:06:35
The white patches on my back seem to be spreading I am applying keto cream and washing it with nizral shampoo. Should I be worried? Will the patches ever disappear? Will they stay there forever?
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Not to worry..You are suffering from fungal pityriasis versicolor.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

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See there r lot f reasons for white patches so if its pityriasis versicolor ,colour wl come gradually, just continue with meds u r using

Answered2018-10-22 02:12:21

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