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White Patches In My Upper Left Mouth And It Is Spreading. What Is The Cure ?
Hi, i am a 20 year-old asian male. i have a white patch in my upper left mouth. it started about a year ago. before it was little white spots only. then it spreads and formed a big one. also, the mustache on that area is also turned white. i already consulted a dermatologist twice and the second one gave me a dignosis that it is a case of vitiligo and gave me hydrocortizone cream and oil of bergamot to administer on the affected skin . and i m seeking help because i cannot find cure with the medications he gave me.
Mon, 18 Jul 2011
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You need to continue with medication for Vitiligo for many weeks for response. Usually when hair gets involved it will not recover much. Avoid sun exposure. You can use sunscreen of SPF 25 as well. There is good response to PUVA therapy in some cases. Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. Drink plenty of water. Consult your Dermatologist in this regard.
You need to continue with medication for Vitiligo for many weeks for response. Usually when hair gets involved it will not recover much. Avoid sun exposure. You can use sunscreen of SPF 25 as well. There is good response to PUVA therapy in some cases. Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. Drink plenty of water. Consult your Dermatologist in this regard.
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