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What Causes Splotches On The Arms?
Question: 25 yr old with white splotches on arms and rash on chest
Brief Answer:
Seems like vitiligo, a photo needed to confirm....
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for trusting us your health concern.
From what you are describing, the white splotches on arms could be related to vitiligo. A photo of the white splotches and rash in arms is required to confirm diagnosis.
Vitiligo is due to destruction of cells forming melatonin, the skin pigment.
Treatment, if confirmed, consists of steroids cream to stop further spread. UV light therapy or skin grafting.
All the best.
Dr.Albana
Seems like vitiligo, a photo needed to confirm....
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for trusting us your health concern.
From what you are describing, the white splotches on arms could be related to vitiligo. A photo of the white splotches and rash in arms is required to confirm diagnosis.
Vitiligo is due to destruction of cells forming melatonin, the skin pigment.
Treatment, if confirmed, consists of steroids cream to stop further spread. UV light therapy or skin grafting.
All the best.
Dr.Albana
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