I've noticed some white patches on my skin and I'm worried they might be a fungal infection. Should I be washing my clothes separately because of this? I'm really concerned about how this might spread or affect others in my household. What precautions should I be taking?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

General Practitioner

MBBS
1+ Yrs

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visit dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate management

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've got this dark mark above my lips on my face, and I've tried a bunch of creams, but nothing seems to work. It's really noticeable, kind of looks like a mustache shadow or something. Could you recommend any cream that might help? And if there's something I can use daily that boosts fairness, that would be awesome.

Treatment Depends on the type and depth of skin colour.... Please send photos for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

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how to reduce acne marks

Chemical peel, dermal fillers such as polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA), hyaluronic acid (HA), and poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) and laser resurfacing, microneedling.

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Got these water boils on my back and under my left arm near the breast. They're kinda painful, and I do get this very mild, rare itch. Also, sometimes I feel a pinch of pain in my chest. Could you suggest any medicine for this? Is it something serious, or is it curable?

No need to worry it's curable,do not scratch it or squeeze it, Visit Dermatologist for appropriate management.

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