HomeAnswersDermatologyfungal infectionI have two circles close to each other on my back. What could this be?

What could the two circles in my back be?

Share

The following is an actual conversation between an iCliniq user and a doctor that has been reviewed and published as a Premium Q&A.

Medically reviewed by

Dr. K. Shobana

Published At April 6, 2022
Reviewed AtSeptember 7, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have two circles close together on my back. Each one is just under 1/2 cm to 3/4 cm in diameter. Any feedback would be appreciated.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern, It looks like you have pityriasis versicolor, a form of a superficial cutaneous fungal infection. It is caused by a fungus called Malessezia Furfur. As the name suggests, it can be of various colors like dark, light, skin-colored, or red. Common sites are neck, back, chest, and shoulders. When rubbed with a finger and not sweating, it can show some fine white powdery scales on the skin surface. It can be precipitated by sweat and heat. I suggest you take the following medications. Take Tablet Fluconazole 400 mg one tablet today and then take another after a week. Use Ketoconazole 2 % shampoo as a body wash. Apply it on the rash at the time of bath, leave it for five minutes and rinse. Do this every other day for a month. It might take one to two months for the rash to subside. Hope this is helpful. Kindly follow-up for more queries. Regards.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena
Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena

Dermatology

Community Banner Mobile
By subscribing, I agree to iCliniq's Terms & Privacy Policy.

Read answers about:

ketoconazolefungal infection

Ask your health query to a doctor online

Dermatology

*guaranteed answer within 4 hours

Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.

This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. iCliniq privacy policy