 
                            What Causes A White Patch On The Face?
 
 
                                    
                                    
                                          
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                                            Question : I have a white patch that has just formed on my face and it is geting larger
                            
                                    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.
                                    
                                    
                                    
                                    
                                    
                            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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                                      Dr.  Sonia Raina
                                  
                              
                                          
 
                                    
                                    
                                 
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