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A few months back I spotted a small white patch on my skin. When I poked it little watery drop came out. I can still see the patch. Can you tell me what it could be?

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Have got small white patches over the skin on the neck and over chest. It shows up more during humidity and summers. But is always there. Started 9 years back. Not itching, only rarely when its humid.

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It can be fungal infection called tinea versicolor. I cannot be sure until I see them. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ...  Read More

Since last few days i am observing small extra skin patches below both my eyes. May i know what could it be

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They can be skin tags or xanthelasma. But a clear picture is needed for diagnosis. Consult online with pictures. ...  Read More

He had a white spotes on the face What precautions should he take and what medicines he should use?Is this because of deficiency of vitamins?

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Need to check whether it's eczema or fungal infection.. send photos for proper diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

I have been noticing small patches white in color on my arms only , which are intermittent. They appear on and off . No other symptom of itching or burning of skin. Only the patch

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Greetings. There can be few medical conditions associated with such presentation and should be ruled out by meeting a Dermatologist. The information provided is limited. A thorough history and clinic ...  Read More

My son face having small white patch like from 4 days... pls find attachment and tel me... is it anything to worry ... why its happening

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Don't worry...child suffering from atopic dermatitis causing this white patch... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for de ...  Read More

The skin near chest area and below the face are becoming white... There are many small white patches near this area... It does not causes any type of itches

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White spots should not be taken lightly. It may be fungal infection or vitiligo. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ...  Read More

I have small itchy skin patch, covered with white layer on nose, upper part of lip, above chin. When i remove them it irritates and itches alot. It burns when i go in Sunlight, mostly in winters. But they have started in 2012,now it's been 8 years. I took homeopathy but no use. They always come back at the same place. I have 5 in total.. They leav

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Moisturise well If issues persist, consult online for specific medications and customised skin care products ...  Read More

Since last 3-4 days... There are 2 small white patches on my skin...on neck.... Is it a serious problem or it can be cured with ease....

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It may be fungal infection called tinea veriscolor. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ...  Read More

I have a small white patch on my finger bones i had visited a skin docter she has suggested a cream which iam using and no change. what would be the problem

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It's vitiligo..U need specific medicine..Undergo PRP therapy. Few creams available.... Contact me for treatment.. ...  Read More

I have a small patch on my ankle present for a few months. It does not itch, does not hurt, and hasn’t grown significantly. The skin looks darker than the surrounding area with a few tiny dark dots/marks inside it (almost like healed spots or old insect bites). The area feels slightly dry and discoloured, but there is no bleeding, crusting, pain, o

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Kindly go for direct consultation with doctor, as that would be better to solve your queries . ...  Read More

Hello, My son has got white patches below his left eye. It is there from last one week. Nowhere else he has got it. Can you please let me know what is it and what to do? Thanks in advance, Ashoka

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Unless directly seen ,it's difficult to diagnose ...  Read More

One year ago hair fall and patches still there's I don't know how to control I want final suggestion

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Specific medication will improve condition. Kindly consult online with pictures for proper treatment and guidance. ...  Read More

A small red patch on penis for head. Used the cream clatromizole but slight improvement. When feel friction becomes red

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Infection... Need proper medicine.. ...  Read More

A white patch on my penis skin and it burn when touch that part plz help ,It has been 3day an when clean the skin part a white colourless liquid come from the skin

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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 ...  Read More

My daughter had cough and cold . She is 3.6 years. Had ascoril ls. Cough is better but now she has 2-3 white spots/ eruptions in her throat. Now she is taking augmentin. Last month too she had throat infection. We live in ncr where the aqi is above 350. Also, shd did not brush for 6 days straight. Can that also contribute to such white patches?

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It looks like she might have enlarges tonsils and for now it has caused tonsillolith formation ("tonsil stones") Aggravated by poor oral hygiene It's advisable to begin with maintaining oral hygeine ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I have dandruff in my hair and due to that I get white patches on my facial skin and under eyes. Can I apply ketoconazole or any other shampoo for this.

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Almost every night i get red patches on my skin all over body and the temperature is extreme high and also the patches are not itchy but the patches are extremely big and red and only comes at night

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It can be urticaria. Kindly consult a dermatologist for a proper treatment ...  Read More

I delivered a baby on 27th June 2025. I had groin infection immediately thereafter due to irritation of cleaning solution used for cleaning after delivery. I took fluconozole 150 mg for a while and the active groin infection (tiny bumps redness and irritation) subsided but the skin has become black. Since I had frequent and irregular periods, i use

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There is some postinflammatory desquamation, it might be scaly for some time and the skin will be more sensitive. However it is advised to stop using any out of the ordinary products which contain fra ...  Read More

Hii my 4 year old has white patch below the eye. Local dermatologist said it may be hormonal issue or vitamin deficiency and prescribed Tacrolimus Ointment We are using this for the past 10days but there is no difference. What should i do

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Only one eye ? Or anywhere else in body Proper history and evaluation needed ...  Read More

I have a 5-month-old daughter and lastly she has white patches on her neck and chest. I'm a bit worried. How it will cure .

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Hello mam, i understand your concern I need to ask few more questions before answering your query. Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on Practo or whatsapp chat (84960595 ...  Read More

Hi Doctor , I am feeling painless White patches in mouth. What is the treatment for that to remove. And what are medication I need to take and also food

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Hi, Share picture. Visit a dentist and get a complete dental examination done. ...  Read More

20 months old baby having white patches on the neck and back area have tried OTC antibiotic, antifungal creams and homeopathic treatments prescribed by doctors in the last year nothing worked would like views of other doctors here

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Pic is not clear. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment ...  Read More

2 weeks back I short trimming my beard. Suddenly notice small patch that contains few hairs. What it could be? Can hair grow back?

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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 ...  Read More

Hello doctor, Yesterday I visited an ENT specialist with my father. He has been experiencing burning sensation on his tongue and pain over a specific area. On examination, the doctor diagnosed a small patch of leukoplakia on the left lateral border of his tongue. I would like to understand: 1. What could be the possible causes of this leukoplakia?

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

Having patch on my nose from last one week. And I am using finastriade tablet from last two weeks is this vitiligo? Or any allergy thing. Last three years back I got vitiligo on same area but it's different from now. I consulted one doctor in my hometown he said it ts or tv but I am worried about it . Please find my photos down . Can you someone te

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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing this nose patch... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation f ...  Read More

I have noticed this white patch in my inner cheek. It is smooth, soft and when I press, it is filled with blood again. This is the same spot where I had undergone laser surgery twice. First it was mild dyplesia; second it was oral lichen planus in the year 2022. Should I go for the biopsy once again. Please suggest a further treatment plan. Should

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Advisable to go for repeat scalpel biopsy, not laser ,for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Laser biopsies have some disadvantages like thermal artifacts ,which may interfere with pathologi ...  Read More

I have this patch for the past 3years first on left leg repigmented 90 percent and now on right leg the photo i shared whats this its repigmenting too

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Don't worry...you are suffering from vitiligo causing this white patch..Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed ...  Read More

I have small patch on my nose . Is this vitiligo? Previously three years back I had vitiligo spot on below patch . Getting tensed , having family history

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Possible if you have history But cannot confirm with just a photo Many other causes of white spots ...  Read More

I am having small patch on my nose I am having doubt it's vitiligo or not. Previously I had vitiligo on this area but it's recovered. But same area but little up it's got. Can you please help me on this

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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 ...  Read More

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