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White patches

2017-03-26 16:27:54
My 6 year old daughter has white patches on the back of shoulder from 6 months. We have consulated dermatologist but unfortunately the precirbed medcine didn't​ work. We have noticed today that the hair on the patch is turning white. Can you please suggest on this.
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From the description it appears that she has segmental vitiligo. Narrow band UVB would be a  good option for her.

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