Idiopathic Guttate Hypomelanosis Treatment- 30 Questions Answered

What are symptoms of idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis & is it curable? What type treatment is available in market. I have attached pic of small white spot on my. Is it idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis?

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Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

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Pic is not clear. Please send photos using online consult option for opinion on igh ... Read More

What is idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis? Is this spread to other body parts? What are the treatments available for this?

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Dr. J Prasad Dermatologist | Bangalore

These are small areas of hypo pigmentation. Usually seen beyond the age of 50 yr. but can seem around 40 years too. No reasons as such. Consult on practo pro for a prescription Share pic to confirm ... Read More

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I am suffering from Idiopathic Guttate Hypomelanosis and it's increasing day by day. Please let me know if you have come across such cases and treatment is successful.

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Dr. Atishay Bukharia Dermatologist | Indore

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Yes treatment is quite successful ... Read More

I have one small white dot on my leg is it idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis, what are symptoms of IGH & is it curable? What types treatment available in market for IGH? Attaching pic of spot for your reference.

Asked for Male, 31 Years 512 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

anywhere else.. for detailed information do direct online consultation ... Read More

Hi, I got some tiny white spot on my hand. I searched about this on google it seems like it is Idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis..how to cure from this. Can you please suggest me to whom I need to consult. And please tell me is it harmful?? If yes, then what's the percentage..is it spread all over or just some place... please suggest.., I am very mu

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Dr. Abhigyan Mukherjee Dermatologist | Pune

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Kindly consult directly at my clinic in kalyani nagar For a proper diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

I have sun spots which I have checked with doctors and they say this could be Idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis where there is no cause and no known treatments. Kindly advise. Currently I have this issue in both my hands behind palms and few places on legs

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Dr. Manas Chopra Dermatologist | Delhi

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Hello dear. IGH is usually seen in the elderly. These spots could be vitiligo also. We can try with vitiligo treatment and see if it responds. Otherwise, there is always biopsy option. You can consul ... Read More

I have white spots on both my forearms and few on legs. What are the effective treatments and is it completely curable as the spots seem to be increasing over the period.

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Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

Need to see it to find out the cause. Vitiligo can commonly cause white spots. Please visit me at my clinic. ... Read More

I hve been seeing changes in my skin on the legs n hands... been to a dermo, they said nothing to worry...its due to sun, been to another cosmetic dermo he said its idipatic guttate hypomelanosis,.. would like to knw if this is contagious and will it affect my married life??

Asked for Female, 26 Years 1798 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

I cannot help until I see the patches. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ... Read More

I have one little white spot on my right hand and same spot on my left leg. I consult a local dermatologist and he said it is IGH. I have attached the picture with this question, I just want to know if there is any medicine to remove this spot as he did not give any cream or any tablet.. Please help.

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Not to worry..it's a kind of normal skin changes.. for detailed information do direct online consultation ... Read More

What is idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis, what is causes of igh, and what is the treatment of this deases

Asked for Female, 25 Years 400 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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Normal ageing process... for detailed information do direct online consultation with photos ... Read More

I have recently noticed a small white patch ...is this spot also IGH? Does that happen all over the body?

Asked for Female, 32 Years 130 Views v

Dr. Amandeep Dermatologist | Khanna

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Doesn't look like igh Consult online with clear photo ... Read More

I have this condition IGH but i am observing i am getting new spots every day......because it was been informed by the dr that it wont spread but still i am getting new spots everyday... is it normal?

Asked for Female, 32 Years 231 Views v

Dr. Palak Deshmukh Dermatologist | Pune

IGH usually doesn't develop daily. Skin dryness, ageing are common reasons of developing igh. Kindly consult for better diagnosis and management. ... Read More

I have recently got a small white spot on my left hand and around 10-15 spots on my right thigh. When visited dermatologist she informed its IGH but i noticed spots are increasing in number Is it harmful or anything more concerning?

Asked for Female, 32 Years 61 Views v

Dr. Hitesh Viradiya Dermatologist | Surat

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It’s normal nothing to worry about! ... Read More

What is treatment of idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis can i use ratino cream for white spot or not what should we do

Asked for Female, 25 Years 322 Views v

Dr. Manas Chopra Dermatologist | Delhi

It is usually seen in the elderly and no treatment is required. It's a harmless condition ... Read More

I have 3 small white dot on my leg & arm is it idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis, what are symptoms of IGH & is it curable? What types treatment available in market for IGH?

Asked for Male, 31 Years 314 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Is that causing problem.. for detailed information do direct online consultation by sending photos ... Read More

I have been suffering from Guttate psoriasis since one year and i want to know that if it is permanently curable or not? I am from Nepal and i want an effective treatment.

Asked for Male, 23 Years 376 Views v

Dr. Isha Singh Cosmetologist | Agra

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Hi..thanks for query! Guttate psoriasis is usually seen in young people especially after beta haemolytic streptococci infections .Guttate psoriasis has better prognosis as compared to other types of p ... Read More

Treatment for ITP( idiopathic thromocytopenia purpura) suffering from one year any suggestions in homeopathic

Asked for Male, 35 Years 395 Views v

Dr. Himani Negi Homoeopath | Chennai

Hi dear a homeopathic constitutional treatment will give you best results naturally You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guidance Medicines will reach you via courier serv ... Read More

Pigmentry mosaicsm ( hypopigmentation ) does it fade with time or remain stable through out life ? It is not nevus depigmentosus.. it is hypomelanosis of Ito !! If not is der any treatment ..

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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Without seeing can't comment...... Do direct online consultation by sending photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

From last 2 months I have white spots on my both arms.First there is itching and pain then white spot appears.Only present on arms.Please suggest the treatment.

Asked for Male, 22 Years 981 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

Idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis does not come at this age. You may be having fungal infection called tinea versicolor. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination ... Read More

Having problem of Guttate phsorisis , which treatment is better normal hospital or ayurvedic please suggest

Asked for Male, 33 Years 515 Views v

Dr. Phanindra V V Ayurveda | Bangalore

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Ayurveda treatment is better. It improves the immunity as well. ... Read More

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What are symptoms of idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis & is it curable? What type treatment is available in market. I have attached pic of small white spot on my. Is it idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis?

What is idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis? Is this spread to other body parts? What are the treatments available for this?

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I am suffering from Idiopathic Guttate Hypomelanosis and it's increasing day by day. Please let me know if you have come across such cases and treatment is successful.

I have one small white dot on my leg is it idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis, what are symptoms of IGH & is it curable? What types treatment available in market for IGH? Attaching pic of spot for your reference.

I have sun spots which I have checked with doctors and they say this could be Idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis where there is no cause and no known treatments. Kindly advise. Currently I have this issue in both my hands behind palms and few places on legs

I have white spots on both my forearms and few on legs. What are the effective treatments and is it completely curable as the spots seem to be increasing over the period.

I hve been seeing changes in my skin on the legs n hands... been to a dermo, they said nothing to worry...its due to sun, been to another cosmetic dermo he said its idipatic guttate hypomelanosis,.. would like to knw if this is contagious and will it affect my married life??

What is idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis, what is causes of igh, and what is the treatment of this deases

I have recently noticed a small white patch ...is this spot also IGH? Does that happen all over the body?

I have this condition IGH but i am observing i am getting new spots every day......because it was been informed by the dr that it wont spread but still i am getting new spots everyday... is it normal?

I have recently got a small white spot on my left hand and around 10-15 spots on my right thigh. When visited dermatologist she informed its IGH but i noticed spots are increasing in number Is it harmful or anything more concerning?

What is treatment of idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis can i use ratino cream for white spot or not what should we do

I have 3 small white dot on my leg & arm is it idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis, what are symptoms of IGH & is it curable? What types treatment available in market for IGH?

I have been suffering from Guttate psoriasis since one year and i want to know that if it is permanently curable or not? I am from Nepal and i want an effective treatment.

Treatment for ITP( idiopathic thromocytopenia purpura) suffering from one year any suggestions in homeopathic

Pigmentry mosaicsm ( hypopigmentation ) does it fade with time or remain stable through out life ? It is not nevus depigmentosus.. it is hypomelanosis of Ito !! If not is der any treatment ..

From last 2 months I have white spots on my both arms.First there is itching and pain then white spot appears.Only present on arms.Please suggest the treatment.

Having problem of Guttate phsorisis , which treatment is better normal hospital or ayurvedic please suggest

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