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I have these white (lighter then my normal skin color)  circle spots. They started on my shoulder and have spread to my upper back to my other shoulder and down both arms to about my elbows. I also have them on my upper abdomen area in the center, almost between my breasts.  The spots start out as almost a complete circle until I have so many in one area they blend together. I am not really very itchy or a very little. I added a photo of my arm so you could see the spots.


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Thank you so much for the information, I have decided I better go to the doctor. After I posted this online the other day I started checking out my whole body and have found more spots on my middle and lower back. It just seems to be spreading for fast all of a sudden. I had just a few spots for such a long time the since about August it has just gotten worse and worse. I will be going to the doctor on this Friday so I will give you an update. Thank you again!!
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Hello,

Without examination confirmation of a diagnosis is tough,but from the description,three possibilities are coming to my mind.First of all,it can be pityriasis versicolor.It is a common skin infection caused by the yeast Malassezia furfur. This skin disease commonly affects adolescents and young adults, especially in warm and humid climates.

Second possibility is of pityriasis alba.Pityriasis alba is a common hypopigmented dermatitis.This is a self-limited disorder that usually resolves by adulthood.Severe cases may benefit by Psoralen plus ultraviolet light A photochemotherapy (PUVA).

Third possibility is of vitiligo but its chances are very bleak.

Hope it helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional queries.
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