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I Have White Patches Around The Eyes How To Prevent?

dear doc., I have white marks on my eyelids and below my eyes. earlier it was small now it beginning to grow. how are this caused by and how can I prevent it
Sun, 24 Apr 2011
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Dermatologist,  's  Response
Hi!simone,
Welcome To HealthacerMagic forum,

If it is flat milky white in color then it is vitiligo ...and if it is white but raised with a rough skin above it then it is Xanthelasma.
Consult a dermatologist who can properly diagnose it.If needed you can further contact us for advise.

regards,
Dr.chawda
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Dermatologist,  Dr. Gaurav Patel's  Response
hi
you might have vitiligo
dont waste time
better to consult dermatologist.
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I Have White Patches Around The Eyes How To Prevent?

Hi!simone, Welcome To HealthacerMagic forum, If it is flat milky white in color then it is vitiligo ...and if it is white but raised with a rough skin above it then it is Xanthelasma. Consult a dermatologist who can properly diagnose it.If needed you can further contact us for advise. regards, Dr.chawda