Small Dark Spot Underneath My Chest? :/

[CiaraKay]

I have noticed that for quite some time I have had a small, dark spot underneath one breast (Sorry not sure what to refer to just one as.) I haven't had it forever, and I don't think its a birthmark.

Its right where my bra rubs my skin. I rarely go without wearing a bra, even at night, and I wondered If it is a pimple that healed into a scar?

I have no symptons, such as pain or anything else. No other spots either, just this one...

Please help. I tend to be a "worry wart" about health issues. I like to know whats going on with my body. Thanks so much!

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
I cannot confirm anything without examination but it can be post inflammatory hyperpigmentation or simple hyperpigmentation skin which occurs when an excess of melanin, the brown pigment that produces normal skin color, forms deposits in the skin.

If the rash is accompanied by any irritation or itching then the possibility of erythrasma has to be evaluated otherwise the above mentioned conditions are harmless.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your dermatologist. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing

[ILADVOCATE]

It depends whether it has always been there or appeared recently and/or changed shape or color or size over time. If this might have happenned or you are concerned about it you should discuss this with a dermatologist.