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Spots on hand , neck , back
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PFA, What are this spots and how it can be treated ?
Please help.
Need to get rid of this.
Please suggest some medicines
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It's Fungus infection called pityriasis versicolor.. ... 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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These light coloured patches are areas of hypopigmentation, that is loss of normal skin pigment.
There can be many causes for this, like an infection or even a body's immune system response.
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A detailed history will be required to decide on the diagnosis and treatment. You can schedule an online consultation with me.
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Hello this is a superficial fungal infection. Please consult me privately for further treatment. Thank you.
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Dr. Akhilesh Agrawal
Dermatologist
20 yrs exp
Bhopal
It's a superficial fungal infection of the skin known as tinea versicolor , keep the skin dry , avoid sweating , do not reuse the clothes without washing , keep your clothes towel and soap separate, kindly take a online consultation for proper treatment
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Dr. Jasleen Tuli
Aesthetic Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Nagpur
Detailed history required for the same to confirm the extent of the problem it seems to be p. Versicolor but can be confirmed only after online consultation
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Kindly connect with me online for further guidance
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