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What Are Two Oval Shaped Red Marks On My Neck Which Don't Itch And Are Smooth?

Posted on Thu, 25 Jan 2024

Question: hello i have 2 ovalish red marks on my neck. they dont itch or burn, they are smooth and dont feel dry. what is this?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (28 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Acne

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

I am Dr Kakkar (Dermatologist and Venereologist). I have noted your concern and I have reviewed the image.

They seem like acne. I suggest you use Benzoyl peroxide 2.5 %gel, twice daily.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (2 hours later)

yes i know what those are. im referring to the smooth ones. ive attached a cropped picture.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (13 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Pityriasis versicolor

Detailed Answer:
Thank you.
Those light brown/tan patches seem like those of Pityriasis versicolor, which is a superficial fungal infection caused by the yeast, malassezia furfur. I suggest you to apply a topical antifungal e.g ketoconazole 2%cream, twice daily for 2 weeks.

Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj