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I have white patches and several tiny spots which are itchy on my face. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have white patches on my face and would like to know what they are. There is one large patch and several tiny spots around my face, which are itchy in certain areas. Also I have been using Cortizone 10mg cream for a while. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I looked over the image (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). According to history, it is a condition known as Pityriasis Alba. It is a skin ailment that causes discoloration, primarily on the face but also on the trunk, n... Read Full »
What is the reason for white patches on face?
Query: Hello doctor, I have white patch on my face. It was very pale but when I apply Fluticasone, it appears as white even my cheeks are rough and slightly depigmented. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. How long it has been there? What are the symptoms of it? Any other area affected? Any other family members affected? Any history of hypertension? Diabetes mellitus? Thyroid disorder? Any known drug reaction? Looking forward to your response in order to help you. Read Full »
I have light patches on my chin area that grew overtime gradually. What could it be?
Query: Hello doctor, I have light patches on my chin area that grew overtime gradually. I wish I could provide a picture so you could see. It started as a white patches, but it is light and kind of reddish. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Perioral hypopigmentation in your age group is most likely because of a condition known as Pityriasis alba which is seen commonly as light patches on the face. It is common in patients with dry skin, tendency to have more allergies like rhinitis, recurrent cold, etc.... Read Full »
Why do I get a white skin patch on my lip that dries out?
Query: Hello doctor, I have had this patch of skin above my top lip for the past couple of weeks. It has not worsened or disappeared. It is white and dries out. I have been putting on ointments but nothing seems to improve it. It does not have bumps. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It seems like Pityriasis Alba which is patchy post inflammatory hypopigmentation, usually on the face, in those who have dry skin or are atopic. I suggest you use Tacrolimus 0.03 % ointment, twice daily. Rub it in. Do you use a moisturizer on your face? How do you wa... Read Full »
What is the brown spot on my son's face?
Query: Hi doctor, My son has some brown spot on face for over 10 months. I am applying Panderm ointment. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This is a clear cut case of pityriasis alba (attachment removed to protect patient identity), which is very common in young kids. It is a kind of mild allergy due to sunlight, food or any other external and internal factor. It is treatable and not a worrisome problem... Read Full »
What is this reddish lesion under my brother's eyes?
Query: Hi doctor,Two years ago, my brother started noticing a red circle under his eye next to his nose. It was in the shape of a pill. From time to time it causes skin peel. Once he removes the peel it leads to redness and blaze. Also it is growing with time. When he met a dermatologist he gave him some m... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your descriptions and also read the ingredients of the medicine which you have used. Your brother most probably had pityriasis alba. It is characterized by the presence of ill-defined, scaly, faint red patches. This patient or family may have a history of asth... Read Full »