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White patches in back troat what is reason ? It is any throat cancer ? I am worrying about that please slove my problem.

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Don worry ....do u hav burning sensation throat ? Should b just gastritis Need more history ...  Read More

White patches on back it is light pain in throat And what cause of that white it is a cancer. and how treat that Really worrying about that it is throat cancer.

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It doesn’t look like cancer, it is granular pharyngitis. Consult with an ENT to know why it is happening. ...  Read More

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White patches on back throat I am worrying about that and it is any throat cancer what is reason of that Symptoms : light pain in throat

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This is not cancer but consult an ENT to see why they are happening. ...  Read More

For the past 10 days I have been observing the white patches on throat, initially it was a small patch but now it's size more & no pain

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It may be fungal infection called tinea versicolour. But white patches should be checked immediately for possibility of vitiligo. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper e ...  Read More

I have this white patch on the back of my throat from last 2 months which is not going away. I get tingling sensation in my throat which leads to dry cough. No other symptoms. Please suggest what is this ?

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It may be due to stomatitis, take multivitamins ...  Read More

Since last 3 years I have a few white patches in my oropharynx area (back of throat). In these three years I did take some fungal medicines but these patches don't go away. Are these patches normal or should I take them seriously? Attaching a photo too but it's not that clear though.

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Not so much serious ,abit of allergy? ...  Read More

Hello there I have a white patch in my throat behind my tonsil and it's causing me concern to what it is I also have headaches and ear pain and am suffering with a lot of throats clearing

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You might be looking at whitish debris over tonsils. It is usually not abnormal. ...  Read More

I am having white patch at back of the throat from over 1 month and coughy throat which causes weird sensation while eating or just laying

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plz visit ENT doctor for proper examination it might be bacterial or fungal plz don’t ignore it mam... ...  Read More

Hi my sis is facing throat issues since past few years her throat is having so many white patches and few grey patch please help to cure it!!! Is this serious i searched in google its telling leukoplaxia and fibrosis i am very worried for her please help to cure she dont drink smoke no bad habits also please help to cure those patches!!

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It may be due to vitamin deficiency ...  Read More

I have been facing these white patches in the back of my throat for the last 5 months and from last 1 week I am having white patches on my tonsil but now it's gone but the patches in back of my throat are not going Can you tell me what is the main cause of this infection Is it hiv/aids? The first photo is 1 week before when I was having white patch

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2nd pic is of infection Strt with Gargles n antibiotic ...  Read More

Today i suddenly noticed white patches on tongue surface which is not removable even after using a tongue cleaner.I am worried.I smoke on average 5 cigerettes since 10 years.I am attaching the pictures.

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Warm watwr gargles ...  Read More

I was a chronic smoker since 5 years . Quit smoking since 1.5 month . I have been experiencing throat pain especially while swallowing and can also see white patches on the roof of my throat . My sputum is also dark in colour I am scared please help me

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Tab viveronD Tab odimont L ...  Read More

Too much poking and burning sensation even on drinking water , what to do white patches on all nodes of throat red sores

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Warm watwr gargles Tab augmentin ...  Read More

I am having dryness and white flaky skin near the penis–scrotum area. Mild itching only, no redness or pain. Coconut oil did not help. Skin feels tight and irritated due to friction. No medication currently. Please guide

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Connect here for treatment ...  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 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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Consult ...  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

I have irritation in throat and small pimples on throat from 1 week or more, on right side of throat.

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they are not called Pimples if they are in your throat. Could be pharyngitis/tonsillitis/LPR etc. ...  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've been smoking 1-2 cigs a day for the past 1-2 months. Sometimes I don't smoke properly and end up inhaling too much smoke and coughing, resulting in a burning sensation. Last Thursday I started feeling an itching sensation and pain in my back right throat. When I saw it using my phone flash light I saw a black/white growth. This is the current

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I need to examine you to be able to help you. ...  Read More

I have got white patches on face which are non itchy and I feel it is getting bigger. What to do ? Please suggest

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Please share photograph ...  Read More

I saw one white spot on my leg Please let me know if this looks like vitiligo?? I don't have it one any other part of body

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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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