HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Child Has White Spots And Big Red Patches Around Them. What Is This?

default
Posted on Sun, 9 Sep 2012
Question: My daughter has come out with white spots and big red patches round them what is this?
doctor
Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (2 hours later)
Hello and thank you for sending your question.

Your question is a good one and I will work on providing you with some information and recommendations.

I have reviewed the photo which you submitted. this has the appearance of what we call tinea versicolor. This is a specific type of inflammation of the skin which is caused by a fungus.

There are several different topical remedies for this. I have attached a link to a website which also gives additional information.

WWW.WWWW.WW
Depending on the availability of over-the-counter medications you might need to see a physician to obtain a prescription for a good topical antifungal treatment.

Thanks again for submitting the question. If I can be of any additional assistance
Please let me know.

Sincerely,

Dr. Robert
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Robert Galamaga

Oncologist

Practicing since :2002

Answered : 2635 Questions

premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
Child Has White Spots And Big Red Patches Around Them. What Is This?

Hello and thank you for sending your question.

Your question is a good one and I will work on providing you with some information and recommendations.

I have reviewed the photo which you submitted. this has the appearance of what we call tinea versicolor. This is a specific type of inflammation of the skin which is caused by a fungus.

There are several different topical remedies for this. I have attached a link to a website which also gives additional information.

WWW.WWWW.WW
Depending on the availability of over-the-counter medications you might need to see a physician to obtain a prescription for a good topical antifungal treatment.

Thanks again for submitting the question. If I can be of any additional assistance
Please let me know.

Sincerely,

Dr. Robert