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Vitiligo spot or not

2020-07-05 03:31:06
I noticed this spot today just below my ear and then I checked my photos to see if its long existing . So I noticed that it's from past 1 year . So can you please tell what it is ??
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Its post inflamatory hypopigmenation And u need not worry about it as vitiligo. Just start with tacrolimus .03 % and u will be fine in a few weeks.!

Answered2020-07-05 07:18:20

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Tacroz (0.1%) cream apply on concerned area twice daily for 6 months Tab. Radiplex: once daily after food for 6 months Radiplex is not available at any pharmacy. Please contact: six two nine one seven six seven two zero eight for medicines delivery. Thanks

Answered2020-07-05 05:56:14

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It's vitiligo... for detailed prescription do direct online consultation

Answered2020-07-05 05:36:50

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It could be early Vitiligo or post inflammatory Hyperpigmentation due to insects or injury Please fix an appointment with Practo for further evaluation

Answered2020-07-05 05:21:04

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Well it could be. But you need to observe it if its growing. If similar spots elsewhere. Sometimes fungal infection cud come as hypopigmented patch or even dryness. Consult for further details.

Answered2020-07-05 03:49:37

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