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White patch on skin

2024-03-04 04:47:56
My son is three month old and suddenly he got this white patch on his left leg .. what is the reason for this and please tell me the possible cure .
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It looks like pityriasis alba, its a common skin rash in children . Keep the skin moisturised . It will resolve on its own no need to worry . If such patches appear on another parts of body or rapidly increase in size then physical consultation will be needed with a dermatologist

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That's a type of mild eczema, pityriasis alba.
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Just apply moisturiser or oil after bath

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Seems pityriasis alba

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