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red splotches
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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red splotches
by converge, Jul 12, 2005 12:00AM
Probably started about 3 years ago, I noticed some white splotches on my upper back. They (assuming it's even the same thing) began spreading and now they are sparsely located on my chest and upper stomach with a reddish color, seemingly fluctuating in redness for who knows what reason. There is no pain or itching.
Also, I got a moderate sunburn on Sunday the 10th, and the splotches are now inverted in color (white against the red of the burn). Don't know if this makes a difference, hope I've given enough info. Thanks in advance.
Also, I got a moderate sunburn on Sunday the 10th, and the splotches are now inverted in color (white against the red of the burn). Don't know if this makes a difference, hope I've given enough info. Thanks in advance.
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Jul 12, 2005 12:00AM
, Jul 12, 2005 12:00AM
I think this may be tinea versicolor. It's a fungus that interferes with tanning. Not contagious or serious. Try applying selenium sulfide 1% (Selsun Blue) over affected areas overnight and washing off in the morning daily for 10 days. Over time, color should even out. A visit to a dermatologist would help to clinch the diagnosis and get you more potent treatment.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Member Comments (1)
by DGiga, Jun 03, 2008 09:34PM
A related discussion, red blotches was started.
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