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  • Female
  • 25 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I've been noticing these white patches appearing on my face, and it's really starting to concern me. It's like they're only showing up on my face, and I really want to understand what's causing them. Plus, I'd really appreciate some guidance on how I can treat them. Any advice would be super helpful!

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Dr Ranjith Darla

General Practitioner

  • MBBS
  • 3+ Yrs
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The white patches on your face could be due to various reasons such as vitiligo, pityriasis versicolor, eczema, or contact dermatitis; to determine the exact cause and suitable treatment, consult a dermatologist

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