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White patches on skin
My 5 year old son has white patches on neck and near eye.
I am confused whether it is a fungal infection or its lack of vitamin
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It's vitiligo..it will go with medicine... for accurate diagnosis and treatment do direct online consultation
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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 & guidance.,
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Dr. Neethu Abraham
Dermatologist
2 yrs exp
Navi Mumbai
Looks like vitiligo. However a consultation in person will be better
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Dr. Greeshma V Shetty
Dermatologist
3 yrs exp
Mangalore
Can be managed with proper history.
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Kindly proceed with online consultation with the dermatologist.
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Dr. Twinkle Patel
Dermatologist
3 yrs exp
Valsad
Consult online for proper diagnosis and treatment
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
38 yrs exp
Mumbai
Don't worry. You can consult the doctor online or visit our clinic. We will check the patches and the skin and advice you the treatment accordingly.
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Dr Hitesh Viradiya
General Physician
8 yrs exp
Surat
Specific treatment available for better outcomes
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information
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