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Pityriasia alba
My 6 year old got white patch on face after consulting dermatologist he diagnosed it Pityriasis alba but it has been 10 days after applying tbis (.1%) cream , gracecort cream duvtin moisturising cream there is not affect.
Could you pls let me know if he is being diagnosed properly. It's not vitiligo?
Also as per dermatologist it takes time but there is no affect
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Specific medicine available for pityriasis alba.. for details do direct online consultation
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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana
Dermatologist
18 yrs exp
Noida
This skin condition improves with time.
Nothing to worry about. Connect online for proper advice and detailed prescription.
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
39 yrs exp
Mumbai
If it Pityriasis Alba, it will take time to resolve. Also if there is some underlying cause for it like nutritional deficiency etc that needs to be corrected as well. Please take online consultation for the same.
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Dr. Supriya M Muthalgiri
Dermatology
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Please take online consultation for detailed examination and treatment
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Dr. Shaik Mohammed Obeidullah
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Bangalore
Mamy Skin diseases present with whitish patches. Please do consult online, so that i can diagnose it correctly and provide treatment appropriately.
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
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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