Little brown spots

[z4soccer86]

I have a little brown spots on my back and shoulder.
I got them 6 months ago. at the first two days they were red then it turn brown and i still got them. they are the same shape
is it dangerous
I got a pic but don't know if i can post it here or not

[Sudarshan Gaurkar, MD]

Dear z4soccer86,

Thanks for getting back.

In all likelihood, you are suffering from pityriasis rosea, which is a kind of viral infection. This is a very mild, self-limiting infection which causes asymptomatic circular, oval brown patches on back, shoulder, flanks.

No treatment is usually required. However, moisturizers, emollients, topical mild steroids are useful in resistant cases.

However there can be other conditions like pityriasis rosea in the same area. I would suggest that you visit a competent dermatologist who can confirm the diagnosis and prescribe proper treatment.

I hope I have answered your query.

Best Regards,
Dr. Sudarshan

[z4soccer86]

Hi Dr. Gaurkar,

In fact, yes i had a strep throat 4 months ago.
However, i might got those the last time i got vaccination shots which was one of the university's requirements before registration for any class.  
Tetanus/Diphtheria
Measles (Rubeola)
Mumps
Rubella (German Measles)

I got the brown patches just one 2 days after i got those shots.

[Sudarshan Gaurkar, MD]

Dear z4soccer86,

Thanks for posting your query.

The symptoms that you have described can occur in a multitude of diseases.

As I believe that more information can help a physician help a patient better, I would request you to answer the following questions:
•     Did you have a similar problem in the past?
•     Does the lesion itch? If yes, how severe is it?
•     Do you have any similar lesions on any other part of the body like face, neck, groin?
•     Do you have any other known allergies/food/drug sensitivity?
•     Do you have fever /sore throat /joint pain /any other symptoms?
•     Does any family member have similar lesions?

A physical examination is a must before any conclusion can be reached and therapy can be started. I would suggest that you visit your general practitioner or a dermatologist so that the lesion can be examined and appropriate therapy can be prescribed.

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Best Regards,
Dr. Sudarshan