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Started 2 months ago. Thick acne like patches on the scalp. Form layers and keep coming out like dry scales. No itching present. Other family members don't have any such problem.

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Hi I m Dr.Pooja from The SKin Doctors it's difficult to comment without loooking at your scalp We have 2 branches one in ajmera which is largest in PCMC and other in pimple saudagar we have all USFDA ... Read More

White patch in the front of my scalp which is more visible under the light.

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U r suffering from Vitiligo. Medicine available for good improvement...... Do direct online consultation by sending photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

White patches on the scalp and also am getting inching on the White patches and frequently getting some white dust powder from my scalp.

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It's sebopsoriasis..Need to confirm diagnosis before starting treatment..As treatment varies..Send photos of your scalp ... Read More

I have white patches all around my scalp. Please let me know what to do. I was planning to shave my head but it will look very odd with these patches.

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Please put pictures of the affected area ... Read More

My scalp suddenly have white dry patches, I did have dandruff in past but this is more stubborn and little itchy, what is it and how serious is it?

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Hello dear. It is nothing serious, so relax. Kindly consult online for proper treatment ... Read More

I have developed this white patch on scalp. It does not go away with any regular shampoo and does not seem like dandruff. What can I do for it?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi sir/mam my daughter is 8yrs of age she got white patch on her scalp can u tell y that path came hpw to remove that patch plse advice

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Take consultantion and discuss in detail ... Read More

Hi, White patches on my hair scalp & its too itchy .. i put in Neem oil to control it but nothing happened & dis patches are increasing day by day.. due to this m loosing my hair too..

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Greetings,you might be facing issue if seborrheic eczema/ dermatitis which is a common inflammatory skin condition that causes flaky, scaly patches on the skin, especially the scalp. Without seeing ca ... Read More

Various white patches (photo of one of the patches' is attached) on my scalp have appeared which have caused iching, hairfall and skin flakes coming out. Also due to this the scalp remains dry and it makes me uncomfortable under the sun.

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My 6 months old daughter has a white patch on the scalp. I have attached the pic for reference. Some hairs in the effected area has become white. What can be the likely treatment for this.?

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Hello It looks more like seborrheic dermatitis but then we need proper details and clear pictured for diagnosis ... Read More

White vaginal discharge is coming out . It's thick like cottage cheese Irritation and burning in vaginal area

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Thick, white, cottage-cheese-like discharge with itching and burning is the classic picture of a vaginal yeast infection, which is common and not something to worry about long term. Heat, tight innerw ... Read More

I am having thick odourless white discharge with intermittent iching. My period cycle is normal. Last period was on 7th Sep (5 days cycle).

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You're describing thick, odourless discharge with itching and a normal cycle. This combination often points to a vaginal yeast infection. ... Read More

16 months before i had c section and i am sexsually active now without protection. My this month after 1 or 2 day of a ovalution i found white thick discharge in vagina, its odorless and itchy. My period cycle is 28 days. Is this can be pregnancy or vaginal yeast infection plz tell

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Thick white discharge right after ovulation is common and doesn't necessarily mean pregnancy, but itching with it does suggest a mild yeast infection. ... Read More

My 21-year-old male friend has been developing a bald patch on his scalp. This has happened around 3–4 times previously. He has visited a clinic several times and was given injections on the affected area, after which the hair grew back, but the patch has appeared again today. The current patch is round/oval, clearly visible, and the skin loo

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My son age is 13 year old am uploading a photo of my son's scalp, where he has small, light pink patches. These patches cause only itching and flakes . We have used Ketoconazole shampoo, but it hasn't shown any effect. If there is any solution, please let me know

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It could just be a fungal infection or scalp psoriasis. More information needed. ... Read More

Hi Doctor, I have light/white patches on my cheek. The patches are smooth and there is no itching, redness, dryness or scaling. They appear occasionally and usually go away on their own after a few months. I have attached a clear photo. Could you please tell me what this might be and whether I need any treatment or tests?

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Your Opinion: Most likely pityriasis alba or post-inflammatory hypopigmentation. Vitiligo is another possibility and needs examination to rule out. Next Steps: See a dermatologist for examination; Wo ... Read More

Can somebody plz tell me wht is this condition I have attached pics There is these white patches and small cuts in testes don't know whether it is from razor or not Feeling very awkward to have these

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-Yes it can be permanently cured with Homeopathy treatment. -Very effective medicines are there in Homeopathic. -With my treatment of 1.5 months you will get permanent relief. -Will prescribe the c ... Read More

Sudden appearance of white patches on my face. Had deworming medication.. Yet the patch is there... Texture is as smooth as my face.. No itching no irritation just white spot

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ... Read More

I have recurring scalp itching and dry, white flakes, especially when my hair grows longer. My scalp feels very dry and tight/stretchy, and I have dandruff across the scalp. I recently trimmed my hair and the affected areas are now clearly visible in the attached photos. I have previously been advised by a doctor to use Ketocip (ketoconazole) sham

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I noticed two smooth white patches that are present symmetrically on both sides of my tonsillar area. They first appeared about 8–9 days ago, and a few days later I developed a sore throat, which has since improved. The patches are soft, not painful, and cannot be scraped off. My ENT diagnosed two tiny tonsilloliths (tonsil stones), but I am confus

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Nothing to worry about They dont look suspicious ... Read More

About 8–9 days ago, I noticed two white patches at the back of my throat. Three to four days later, I developed a sore throat that lasted for about 2–3 days. I visited a general physician, who diagnosed me with a bacterial throat infection and stomatitis. The sore throat has now resolved, but the two white patches are still present. They are not

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If it is not causing any symptoms for now just do warm saline gargles It will gradually fade ... Read More

About 8–9 days ago, I noticed two white patches at the back of my throat. Three to four days later, I developed a sore throat that lasted for about 2–3 days. I visited a general physician, who diagnosed me with a bacterial throat infection and stomatitis. The sore throat has now resolved, but the two white patches are still present. They are not

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If the patch persists for more than a month, biopsy will have to be done . If you do tobacco chewing , kindly stop that ... Read More

For few days noticed some kind of white patches on the back there is not itching or anything sometimes after bath feels very mild itchy but it is not fading away nor spreading. Seems a fungal infection. Please suggest some anti fungal cream. Please see attached image .

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Hello Doctor, I have had a patch on the side of my nose for more than 1 month. It first appeared brown, then the skin peeled, and after a sunburn it developed a noticeable white ring around it. The patch has not spread. There is no peeling now, but it sometimes itches, especially after makeup. The white ring becomes much more visible when I apply B

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ... Read More

I have suddenly noticed white patches on my back. Could this be due to a vitamin deficiency or any other cause? Attached is the photo.

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Share a close-up view vala photo Do you have dandruff? ... Read More

Suddenly there is this white patch on my beard and i am worried about it. I want to know if this vitiligo or something else. Please help

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White patch with white hair ? Or loss of hair ? Take online consultation ... Read More

I got white patches inside foreskin 3 months ago. Now the skin got 3 different red scars now and white patches are still there. Redacting foreskin is little painful

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Better to get it examined. ... Read More

I am attaching a pic. I am worried about this big patch with white borders in my groin area. Also there are ringworm kind of patches at other spots. Kindly review it.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I am attaching a pic. I am worried about this big patch with white borders in my groin area. Also there are ringworm kind of patches at other spots. Kindly review it.

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It appears like a fungal infection.you can initially try using terbinafine cream twice daily for a few days.It may need oral antifungal treatment as well,do consult a dermatologist in your area for ap ... Read More

I am attaching a pic. I have had this issue for 20 days. I noticed a ringworm kind of patch and also white layer in my groin area which is itchy sometimes. Need medication or any home remedies.

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You are so late, why you hiding this .better if you visit nearby hospital and consult with dermatologist asap.its spread more otherwise. ... Read More

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