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What Causes Superficial Skin Lesions All Over Body?

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Posted on Wed, 11 Jun 2014
Question: I have these marks on my skin and it continues to spread.
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Answered by Dr. Praveen Rodrigues (50 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
2%ketoconazole cream, Fluconazole tab,fomites

Detailed Answer:
Hi there.
I have viewed your photographs & this does appear to be a simple superficial fungal infection called Pityriasis Versicolor that is easily treatable.
Do apply a 2% Ketoconazole cream called KZ or Nizoral cream locally on the lesions twice daily for 1-2 weeks.
In addition for quick relief a Single Dose (one-time) of 400mg Fluconazole tablet taken with a meal may help get rid of it faster but may require a prescription.
The colouring may take a few weeks to revert to normal.
Please remember to wash all your undergarments/clothing touching the region in hot water rinse & dry well in good sunlight. Damp clothing & sweat are known to be predisposing factors.
I do trust this will have answered your query & given you a precise prompt action plan.
Good Luck & wishing you a clear skin soon.
Dr Praveen Rodrigues MD
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What Causes Superficial Skin Lesions All Over Body?

Brief Answer: 2%ketoconazole cream, Fluconazole tab,fomites Detailed Answer: Hi there. I have viewed your photographs & this does appear to be a simple superficial fungal infection called Pityriasis Versicolor that is easily treatable. Do apply a 2% Ketoconazole cream called KZ or Nizoral cream locally on the lesions twice daily for 1-2 weeks. In addition for quick relief a Single Dose (one-time) of 400mg Fluconazole tablet taken with a meal may help get rid of it faster but may require a prescription. The colouring may take a few weeks to revert to normal. Please remember to wash all your undergarments/clothing touching the region in hot water rinse & dry well in good sunlight. Damp clothing & sweat are known to be predisposing factors. I do trust this will have answered your query & given you a precise prompt action plan. Good Luck & wishing you a clear skin soon. Dr Praveen Rodrigues MD