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White Spots On Skin And Inspite Of Medication No Change Has Been Observed.

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Posted on Sun, 24 Jun 2012
Question: My friend has a skin problem which is chronic. His skin gets red rashes pretty frequently which after using lacocalamine and other medicines fades. Also, around 6 months back, white spots got developed on his skin and inspite of medication no change has been observed. Pl. help. Thanks
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Answered by Dr. Gaurang Krishna (14 minutes later)
Hello XXXXXXX
Thanks for posting your query.
There are several possibilities in this case. These would include:
•     Chronic Urticaria
•     Endogenous Dermatitis
•     Contact Dermatitis
•     Polymorphous light eruption (PMLE) (Sun Rash)
The white spots may be anything from just his rash related skin discolouration to vitiligo.
As I believe that more information can help a physician help you better, I would request you to answer the following questions:
•     How much time does the rash take to subside?
•     What medicines does he usually take?
•     Is the rash flat or does it get raised above the skin surface?
•     Does anyone in his family have a similar problem or a history of asthma?
•     Could you please upload a picture of the rash using the “Upload your reports” application on the right?

Awaiting your response

Thanks
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White Spots On Skin And Inspite Of Medication No Change Has Been Observed.

Hello XXXXXXX
Thanks for posting your query.
There are several possibilities in this case. These would include:
•     Chronic Urticaria
•     Endogenous Dermatitis
•     Contact Dermatitis
•     Polymorphous light eruption (PMLE) (Sun Rash)
The white spots may be anything from just his rash related skin discolouration to vitiligo.
As I believe that more information can help a physician help you better, I would request you to answer the following questions:
•     How much time does the rash take to subside?
•     What medicines does he usually take?
•     Is the rash flat or does it get raised above the skin surface?
•     Does anyone in his family have a similar problem or a history of asthma?
•     Could you please upload a picture of the rash using the “Upload your reports” application on the right?

Awaiting your response

Thanks