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Is A Smooth Itchy Scaly Patch On The Back Suggestive Of Skin Cancer?

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Posted on Thu, 14 Nov 2024
Question: hello I would like to consult a scaly patch on my back with a dermatologist. I will attach the report.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:

Fungal infection.

Detailed Answer:

Hello!

I have noted your concern and I have viewed the image.

Seems like a fungal infection. I suggest you to apply a topical antifungal e.g Clotrimazole cream, twice daily for 2 weeks.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Kakkar S., Dermatologist
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 minute later)
Thank you doctor, i've had this for quite a few months or even longer - its not really itchy (maybe sometimes) . I live in Australia so my concern is - is that skin cancer? The patch is pretty smooth, not rough, just a colour like that.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (18 minutes later)
Brief Answer:

Not cancer.

Detailed Answer:

Hi!

It seems like a superficial fungal infection - Pityriasis versicolor. It's not skin cancer.

Hope this answers your query.

Regards,
Dr. Kakkar S., Dermatologist
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Is A Smooth Itchy Scaly Patch On The Back Suggestive Of Skin Cancer?

Brief Answer: Fungal infection. Detailed Answer: Hello! I have noted your concern and I have viewed the image. Seems like a fungal infection. I suggest you to apply a topical antifungal e.g Clotrimazole cream, twice daily for 2 weeks. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Kakkar S., Dermatologist