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What Causes Small Itchy White Spots On Face?

Hi doctor,

I am observing small white spots on my face(especially before the ear) from last few months they are not spreading in the size and I am not feeling any iching on that spots.

Can you please tell me the reason why I got those.

Thank you doctor.
Wed, 13 May 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM team.

Understanding your concern.

As you mention in your query that you have white spots on your face which spreading .The most probable cause of these white spots is fungal infection.There are certain factor which favor fungal infection like excessive exposure to sunlight .excessive sweating ,ot and humid environment.The condition is known as tinea versicolor.

I would suggest you to -:

-Protect your skin from sun exposure .

-Use anti fungal cream containing clotrimazol .apply it twice a day .

-wash your face twice a day with mild soap .

-Apply turmeric paste this will also be very helpful.

If symptoms persists for more then a week or get worse consult dermatologist ,so that doctor can evaluate properly to rule out other conditions like vitiligo and may prescribe you oral antifungal or topical steroids.


Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari





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What Causes Small Itchy White Spots On Face?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM team. Understanding your concern. As you mention in your query that you have white spots on your face which spreading .The most probable cause of these white spots is fungal infection.There are certain factor which favor fungal infection like excessive exposure to sunlight .excessive sweating ,ot and humid environment.The condition is known as tinea versicolor. I would suggest you to -: -Protect your skin from sun exposure . -Use anti fungal cream containing clotrimazol .apply it twice a day . -wash your face twice a day with mild soap . -Apply turmeric paste this will also be very helpful. If symptoms persists for more then a week or get worse consult dermatologist ,so that doctor can evaluate properly to rule out other conditions like vitiligo and may prescribe you oral antifungal or topical steroids. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari