I've been noticing these purple spots on my toes for about six months now, and it's starting to worry me because they're getting bigger and even spreading to another toe. They began as a small dot but have gradually grown over time. I'm really uncertain about what to do since I don't have insurance. Any advice on how to handle this?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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This could be fungal infection u need to evaluate with your Dermatologist and get appropriate treatment with oral antifungal medications and topical lotions,once the infection is resolved your hair fall would come down,I suggest you not to use minoxidil with active fungal infection,above this your personal hygiene care is more important.

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Answered 25/07/2025

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