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Medical Conditions - Pityriasis Alba

Pityriasis alba is a skin condition that shows red scaly patches. It is often caused due to the overuse of topical corticosteroids while treating eczema. An acute case of dermatitis gets healed, leaving a lighter patch on the skin. It is treated by keeping skin moisturized and taking targeting phototherapy to resolve it.

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