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Pityriasis alba
Hello doctor,
My kid had white patches on face and on consulting doctor they told it's pityriasis alba it goes away.but it's been 3months but still the patches are seen..is there any
cream/ointment that I can apply to see better results..
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Don't worry...kid suffering from atopic dermatitis causing white spots.. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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Yes, there are creams for it to go away faster. Consult online
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Dr. Rashmi Naldeega
Aesthetic Dermatologist
10 yrs exp
Delhi
Kindly consult online for further examination and proper treatment
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Dr. Anmol Kudal
Dermatologist
3 yrs exp
Nashik
Hello for diagnosis please share pic of the face .. could be vitiligo or atopic dermatitis..
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consult online
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Dr. S Deepika
Dermatologist
3 yrs exp
Chennai
Moisturize well... picture needed for confirmation
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Dr. Palak Deshmukh
Dermatologist
13 yrs exp
Pune
White patches can take a while to reduce. Moisturize the skin nicely. Kindly consult for better diagnosis and management.
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
9 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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