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Tinea versicolor

2022-09-13 15:20:58
Plz can anyone suggest treatment for tinea versicolor in 13 years old female patient.. can we give flucon 50 mg once a week for 4 weeks ?? Need advice plz help dr. Shez having white spots patches on her upper chest area thats all .Tia.
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Treatment depends on the severity...it's fungus pityriasis...it will go with medicine.. for accurate diagnosis and treatment do direct online consultation with photos

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Take consultantion and discuss in detail

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You need to share photographs of the lesions and take proper recommendation from the doctor.. kindly book appointment from Dermatologist to go with further step.

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You need to take proper dermatologist consultation or send the photographs to confirm the diagnosis after that further management can be planned.
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either online consultation or in patient consultation

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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 & guidance.

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