skin patches

[princess61671]

i have the same problem my doctor said its fungus but i dont know how to get rid of it. My doctor is not making any effort to help me get rid of it. i am only 16 and its on my back nek arm legs working its way down. i sweat alot, i took pills and they dont work i HATE it actully in the summer how would i wear a dress this is my first year weraing makeup because of iteverywhere on my chest i wear makeup juss to cover it up. what is the best solution?


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[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
The first possibility that needs to be ruled out is tinea versicolor. Tinea versicolor is caused by a fungus that lives in the skin of almost all adults. Factors that can cause the fungus to become more visible include high humidity and immune or hormone abnormalities. Treatment involves topical and oral antifungal medicines.

Most cases of fungal infections respond to over-the-counter products, which contain any of several basic ingredients: miconazole, tolnaftate, terbinafine,ketaconazole and clotrimazole.You can consult a pharmacist and get any cream or lotion containing these ingredients.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your dermatologist. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.

[kjbullet]

get a hold of an antifungal shampoo/body wash. They work wonders