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What Causes A White Patch Of Rash On The Forehead?
Question: Hi
I have noticed a white round patch on my forehead. Seems like it's getting bigger. The skin scales when I scratch it. Makes me freak out if it's going to leave a scar on my face. Please help.
I have noticed a white round patch on my forehead. Seems like it's getting bigger. The skin scales when I scratch it. Makes me freak out if it's going to leave a scar on my face. Please help.
Brief Answer:
Seems to be due to a fungal infection.
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.
I have gone through your query. It seems that you have a fungal infection of the skin on your forehead. If that is the case, application of candid (clotrimazole) lotion topically should help in its resolution. However, I would need you to upload an image of the affected area so that I could confirm.
Regards
Seems to be due to a fungal infection.
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.
I have gone through your query. It seems that you have a fungal infection of the skin on your forehead. If that is the case, application of candid (clotrimazole) lotion topically should help in its resolution. However, I would need you to upload an image of the affected area so that I could confirm.
Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
How can I upload an image for you. What could be the reason for a fungal infection on my forehead?
Will this spread on my face . I have uploaded an image for you to see. Many thanks
Will this spread on my face . I have uploaded an image for you to see. Many thanks
Brief Answer:
Seborrhoeic dermatitis.
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for writing back. I have checked the attached image. It seems to be due to seborrhoeic dermatitis which occurs due to a fungal infection. You need to apply clotirimazole lotion topically over the affected areas. You also need to apply ketoconazole shampoo (available in brands like Nizoral) twice or thrice a week. Hoping that to provide relief.
Regards
Seborrhoeic dermatitis.
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for writing back. I have checked the attached image. It seems to be due to seborrhoeic dermatitis which occurs due to a fungal infection. You need to apply clotirimazole lotion topically over the affected areas. You also need to apply ketoconazole shampoo (available in brands like Nizoral) twice or thrice a week. Hoping that to provide relief.
Regards
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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