- Female
- 8 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm really worried about my 8-year-old daughter. She's had this white spot on her nose for about a month now. Do you think it's something I should be concerned about? Could it be a skin issue or something else?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
White spot on your daughter's nose could be a fungal infection known as tinea versicolor. You can use an over-the-counter antifungal cream containing clotrimazole twice a day for 2 weeks. If it does not improve, consult a dermatologist for further evaluation.
Dr. Chandra Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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