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What Causes A White Patch On The Face?

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Posted on Thu, 25 Aug 2016
Question: I have a white patch that has just formed on my face and it is geting larger
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Fungal infection

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query .
Probably you have developed fungal infection of face.
It is called as pityriasis XXXXXXX
I treat such cases with a topical antifungal cream like clotrimazole to be applied twice daily for a month.
It is safe and effective.
You can try this.
If possible upload a photograph of the involved area.
This will help me in giving a closer diagnosis.
Waiting for your response.
Thank you.

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What Causes A White Patch On The Face?

Brief Answer: Fungal infection Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for the query . Probably you have developed fungal infection of face. It is called as pityriasis XXXXXXX I treat such cases with a topical antifungal cream like clotrimazole to be applied twice daily for a month. It is safe and effective. You can try this. If possible upload a photograph of the involved area. This will help me in giving a closer diagnosis. Waiting for your response. Thank you.