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Asked for male, 56 years old from Lucknow

Patient information: age/sex: 56m height: 5'8 (172-173 cm) weight: 67 kg (148 lbs) race: south east asian (indian) location: us + india (was in india when he developed the spots), people from other countries are welcome to provide their opinion as well primary complaint: my dad has some discoloration (white spots) on his leg near his foot (picture: url/a/q5xfvyb) which first presented as a red, rough, itchy patch (kind of like a scrape) about a month ago. He sought treatment from a dermatologist which helped with the itching but hasn't improved the discoloration at all. There were no tests done regarding this issue. Only medicine was prescribed (as stated below). I wanted to know if this condition is related to his diabetes, aging, or a new condition that may not be skin-related, and what doctors/specialists my dad should consult. Additionally, it would be helpful to know what conditions you think he may have/should get tested for. Duration: 1 month existing medical issues: diabetes type ii general depression and anxiety, mood swings, aggressive mood current medications: etavone lotion tacrolimus ointment vitellius lotion note: he quit medication for diabetes a year ago (he's stubborn - I have no excuses for it), also could not confirm dosage previous medication: glucophage gp 1 (1 year ago - last medication he took for diabetes) glycomet sr 500 (3 years ago, first medication for diabetes that did not help much) vitamin b12 and d supplements drink, smoke, and/or recreational drugs use: none (never in his lifetime) other persisting symptoms (before the skin condition) and notes: joint pain lower abdominal pain lower back pain pain near lower right rib ("near liver") on applying pressure numbness/temporary paralysis in arms in the morning (on waking up) which goes away after massaging arm fatigue loss of interest in life, isolation from society, mood swings, aggression. Insomnia (claims he hasn't had a good night's sleep in over 10 years) slightly elevated bilirubin and iron levels (tested: around 5 months ago) puffy eyes (droopy under eyes) weightless: 78 kg (5 years ago) to 67 kg today without change in diet/physical activity/lifestyle. Has complained about swelling behind ears for over 10 years (ct scans/mri around that time did not show anything). Has not been in any forests/bitten by insects/animals/snakes, etc. As far as he remembers. No headaches lifestyle: sedentary - no exercise at all, is retired. Diet: typical north indian diet with chicken, vegetables, eggs, spices, nuts. Consistently avoids sugar/foods with high sugar content. Vitals (self-conducted): temperature: 98 f pulse: 80 blood sugar: fasting: 150 mg/dl (measured a while ago/is a rough estimate) postprandial: 282 mg/dl (measured: feb 13, 2022) please let me know if you have any questions that might be helpful. I asked everything that I could think of and took notes. However, I am not a medical professional/student so keep that in mind when reading this. Thank you for your help.

Dr. Aanand J91%(34747 ratings)

Advanced Aesthetics

Ayurvedic Doctor•Gulbarga

All reports are normal. But send once skin picture of that spot it's are psoriasis or vitiligo. After seeing tell u.

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Asked for female, 25 years old from Vadodara

Hello. I am 25 years old and I feel I have intestinal worms problem and I suffered from skin disease like I found white spots on my whole body .is there any natural therapy or any other treatment?

Dr. N S S Gauri95%(159289 ratings)

Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (...read more

Unani Specialist•Kanpur

Follow these herbal combinations
sootshekhar ras 1 tablet twice a day
gandhak rasayan avleh 10 gm twice a day
bakuchi lepam.

Asked for male, 34 years old from Lucknow

Good afternoon sir. I am 33 years old. Developed white patches on face and limbs 3 months ago. Initial investigations reveals cbc, lft,rft, sugar profile, lipid profiles, sr electrolytes, sr. Cortisol, usg thyroid gland all are normal/ wnl. Tsh was above 60 miu/ml anti tpo antigens was above 600. Diagnosed as primary hypothyroidism and started eltroxin 100 mcg/day. White patches diagnosed as unstable vitiligo vulgaris for that I am currently taking prednisolone 20 mg twice in a week vitamin c 500 mg od cream tacrolimus and mometasone. Currently I have problems .weight loss, tiredness whole day, body ache. Before starting eltroxin therapy body weight was 54 kg. After three months it has reduced to 50. 5 kg. I am checking tsh on every 6 weeks initially it was above 60 after first 6 weeks 6.5 after second 6 weeks that is now .1.5 should I reduce the dose of eltroxin or keep continue @ 100 mcg/day? Thank you very much for your care.

Dr. S.B. Rolaniya88%(203 ratings)

MD - Dermatology, MBBS

Dermatologist•

You have multiple autoimmune diseases like vitiligo, thyroiditis, etc. You should consult proper physician and take treatment accordingly.

Health Query

Hello I have a 3 to 4 white big dots on my neck back to 5 months they didn't gone. What is this? Please consider your comment.

Dr. Pulak Mukherjee91%(13393 ratings)

BHMS

Homeopathy Doctor•Hooghly

I think this may be leucodermal lesion, if it's permanent ,if it's fade away by time then it can be fungal.

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Asked for male, 37 years old from Jammu

Sir! I want to use clonate 05 mg/g for my skin problem (white spots ). Is there any side effects of using this cream? Suggest me more about this?

Dr. Syed Aarif87%(20 ratings)

MD - Dermatology, MBBS

Dermatologist•Bangalore

Thanks for your query.
Clonate ointment contains clobetasol, which is the most potent steroid. It is strongly not advisable to use steroid without the prescription of a dermatologist. Use of steroid is associated with several side effects such as thinning, dryness, redness, white spots, dark spots, development of hair, pimples, etc to name a few.
Please consult a dermatologist, either walk-in or online to get your condition assessed.
Wishing you great health.

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Asked for male, 45 years old from Ballia

मुझे 3 माह पहले पैरो मे सफेद दाग धब्बे दिखाई दिया। मैं स्किन डॉक्टर से मिली उसने मुझे igh रोग बताया और दवा लिखे। cap. Pantop dar 1daily खाली पेट। tab. Melanocyl 2 tab+ 1/2 tab. Deflazacort 6 mg एक दिन बीच करके खाना है। दवा खाने के 2 घण्टे बाद 30 मिनट धूप सेकना। melanocyl ointment लगाना 1दिन बीच करके। 75 दिन दवा चलने के बाद कुछ दवा खुराक एवं क्रीम बदला। अब- deflazacort 6 mg 1 tab. और melanocyl ointment के जगह पर tacrolimus 0.1% ointment चल रहा है। बाकी सभी दवा पूर्ववत चल रही है। लगभग 50% लाभ है। क्या इलाज सही दिशा में चल रहा है?

Dr. S.Bhattacharjee91%(418 ratings)

DVDL, MBBS

Dermatologist•Ranchi

Vitiligo is a autoimmune disease in which bodys imuno system mistakenly attacks pigment producing cells in the body.in case of progressive vitiligo (when the disease process is active and new lesions are developing then oral steroid like tab deflazacort is used to halt the progresion of the disease and for that steroid is usually used for 2 to 3 months at tapering doses. To counteract the side effect of daflazacort e.g gastric upset pantoprazole (like pantop) is used. Melanocyl (methoxypsoralen)...more

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Asked for male, 13 years old from Bulandshahar

सफेद दाग पर tacrolimus. 1% cream क्रीम को कितनी बार apply करना चाहिए? क्या इस क्रीम को लगाने के बाद sun exposer करना चाहिए?

Dr. Hitesh Kumar Aggarwal87%(149 ratings)

M.B.B.S., Diploma In Dermatology And Ven...read more

Dermatologist•Delhi

You have to apply this ointment after medical advice and after confirmation of diagnosis of vitiligo.
Do not apply this ointment during daytime because sunlight inactivates the molecule.

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Asked for male, 28 years old from Kottayam

Dry skin with visible white patches on body skin, easily identity as hot boils no pimple like, no bums no puss no red or pink, but slightly blackish, had unprotected sex, will it be any sti or std? No itching, dry patches rash.

Dr. Karuna Chawla95%(121284 ratings)

BHMS

Homeopathy Doctor•Noida

It can be eczema or dermatitis or fungal infection. Since when are you having this. Also I need to see pics of affected area. Moisturize frequently.
Avoid sudden changes in temperature or humidity.
Avoid sweating or overheating.
Reduce stress.
Avoid scratchy materials, such as wool.
Avoid harsh soaps, detergents, and solvents.
Be aware of any foods that may cause an outbreak and avoid those foods.
For this homeopathic treatment is very effective
for more details y...more

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Asked for Male, 24 years old from Hanumangarh