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4754423 tn?1364109717

small white patches on moustache

hi i trimmed my moustache with a scissors. after that i see white patches on my moustache and also causes a burnign sensation . it becomes more visible when i do a face wash.  what is causing that. it comes every time i trim my moustache.  follicilutis? what should i do
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563773 tn?1374246539
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Hello,
If they are bumps then they can be folliculitis. But if they are white patches then it can be due to pityriasis alba or versicolor. Treatment for folliculitis includes antibiotics and do not touch or pick them up. You can however apply topical antibiotic creams like Neosporin or Bactroban. If the symptoms persist then you should get oral antibiotics prescribed from a doctor.
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 doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.

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4754423 tn?1364109717
can some one respond
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