White spots on my chest and stomach

[Indianmale]

Hi,
I have white spots on my chest and stomach(very tiny). Those were since last 5 years and been to many dermatologists and I was told its just due to fungus infection. I used many creams but no use..... any one can suggest how to get rid of those white tiny spots....?

Thanks and Regards,
Indian Male.

[Indianmale]

Thank you Bhupinder...

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
From the picture and symptoms ,it sounds like tinea 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.

Treatment involves topical and oral antifungal medicines. Most cases respond to over-the-counter products, which contain any of several basic ingredients: miconazole, tolnaftate, terbinafine,ketaconazole and clotrimazole. You can consult a pharmacist and get any cream or lotion containing these ingredients. If the symptoms persist then oral antifungals may be needed. A dermatologist’s consultation will be the best.

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.