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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

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

Formation of white patch on penis skin along with small bumps that get red sometimes. The white patch is formed under the penis head

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Fungal infection or Ring worm.. when occurs in groin, called as jock itch.. Usually fungal infection is common in moist areas of body like skin folds..It's mostly circular or round in appearance.. May ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I have had a patch on the side of my nose for more than 1 month. It first appeared brown, then the skin peeled, and after a sunburn it developed a noticeable white ring around it. The patch has not spread. There is no peeling now, but it sometimes itches, especially after makeup. The white ring becomes much more visible when I apply B

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ...  Read More

My daughter is 3 years old. She has a slightly raised white-colored patch of skin on her thumb. What could it be? It has been there for the last 2–3 months. I am concerned because it is not completely flat; it is a little raised. She also has a habit of sucking her thumb at night.photo attached

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●𝗬𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁  𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁⻿ ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I am a 28-year-old male. For the past 1 year, I have had white patches/white lines inside my mouth along with occasional burning sensation and irritation. I have consulted multiple dentists and oral specialists, but no definite diagnosis has been made so far. Some doctors suspected Oral Lichen Planus, while others were not sure. I qui

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Detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment plan Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting of affected areas ...  Read More

I have suddenly noticed white patches on my back. Could this be due to a vitamin deficiency or any other cause? Attached is the photo.

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Share a close-up view vala photo Do you have dandruff? ...  Read More

I m DCMP patient with 15-20%ef Taking medicine offlate I noticed white patches or lines of my legs nails it started on left leg toe now all fingers of leg nails have it now started on right leg what is this ??? I am worried what reason could this be?

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It looks like ? Beus line Appears after ny stressful Event , as DCMP in your case No need to worry for nail ...  Read More

Hello doctor I am 30 years old female past one month I have white patches in my lips corner am consulting my dermatologist there given some ointment idont no it's working or not let me know please.am attaching the photo am attaching my lips photo and doctor prescribed me some medicine that also attached.

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-Yes it can be permanently cured with Homeopathy treatment. -Very effective medicines are there in Homeopathic. -With my treatment of 1.5 months you will get permanent relief. -Will prescribe the c ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I am a 22-year-old female. I have a light-colored patch near my abdomen for the past 5-6 years. It causes itching, and it spreads slightly in a dot-like pattern. Previously, a doctor suspected it to be Vitiligo and prescribed Tofatus cream (to apply and show sunlight for 5 minutes) along with Zinc tablets. I noticed that when I applie

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Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluat ...  Read More

Suddenly there is this white patch on my beard and i am worried about it. I want to know if this vitiligo or something else. Please help

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White patch with white hair ? Or loss of hair ? Take online consultation ...  Read More

I am having itchy white skin and a small lump also whitish just at the opening of the anus. I am having problems while sitting down with a burning sensation around anus. Is it dangerous or will it be resolved on its own?

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These symptoms and signs could be suggestive of two possibilities 1. ANAL FISSURE WITH SENTINEL PILE 2. FISTULA IN ANO WITH ABSCESS Needs clinical examination by a specialist. ...  Read More

I got white patches inside foreskin 3 months ago. Now the skin got 3 different red scars now and white patches are still there. Redacting foreskin is little painful

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Better to get it examined. ...  Read More

Some little white patches not really vitilligo please reach out I don't know what's going wrong in skin what to prefer.

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Detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment plan Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting of affected areas ...  Read More

I am attaching a pic. I am worried about this big patch with white borders in my groin area. Also there are ringworm kind of patches at other spots. Kindly review it.

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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

I am attaching a pic. I am worried about this big patch with white borders in my groin area. Also there are ringworm kind of patches at other spots. Kindly review it.

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It appears like a fungal infection.you can initially try using terbinafine cream twice daily for a few days.It may need oral antifungal treatment as well,do consult a dermatologist in your area for ap ...  Read More

I am attaching a pic. I have had this issue for 20 days. I noticed a ringworm kind of patch and also white layer in my groin area which is itchy sometimes. Need medication or any home remedies.

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You are so late, why you hiding this .better if you visit nearby hospital and consult with dermatologist asap.its spread more otherwise. ...  Read More

My 4 months baby has a white patch on his cheek after getting a redness due to insect bite,first it was small after a week it is slightly big

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Greetings It is common for an insect bite to leave a temporary white patch, a condition known as post-inflammatory hypopigmentation, which usually fades as the skin heals. Since the patch is growing ...  Read More

Hello. I am attaching the pic. Can you please tell me what that white mark is. It is below my belly and the other one is near my private part area.

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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

Hi i have lot or tarter in my lower theeth i grt coean every 3 months but it cones again and again now i find my theeth too much sensitive due to hot and cold both now from ladt couple of week a small white bump is there on my gum its not pain full or increasibg in size but i am worried what is that please find attached the picture

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Hello Can be an infection with tooth but get an xray done to confirm ...  Read More

Near testis around scrotum there is some white coloured patches and dry flakes etc are coming Is that psoriasis or fungal iam not understanding And I don't have that much itch And iam not using now any medicine It comes and goes away its own ...

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Genital skin lesions can be very tricky to evaluate. While both psoriasis and fungal, as well as other infections may affect this area, treatments are poles apart. ...  Read More

Please tell about this patch it is for years with itching please help me treat this scar and tell further steps

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Much more detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting of affected areas ...  Read More

White patches on face. No itching . Using dosetil cream and moisturizer but no improvement. What is this. It is fungal infection or p alba. Or t versicolor.

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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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