Question 1

caucasian xx. light brown spots on chest and shoulders, irregular, itchy from water or sweat. had them 20 years. now on my back and neck. otc trtmts?

Accepted Answer

Spots for 20y: After 20 years, you want to treat them? You need a diagnosis first.  Go see a dermatologist to see what you have!

Question 2

i have these brown spots on my back and chest, what do i do?

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Lots of options: The first thing you should do is get evaluated by a dermatologist to make sure these spots are not anything that needs to be worked up further. The dermatologist can then recommend a number of different prescription strength skin care products which help reduce the appearance of dark spots.

Question 3

hi there, i have these light brown spots on my back which have grown into a large one 2/3 of my back and now apprearing on my chest. ?

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Rash: You may have a condition called tinea versicolor which is a fungal infection that develops on the skin.  It can be white, tan brown or salmon-colored and is very common on the chest and back.  A trip to your dermatologist will provide a diagnosis.

Question 4

received a severe sunburn in june to back, shoulders and top of chest. blistered and peeled for weeks. now have brown spots appearing. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Dermatology exam: is necessary to answer your question since melanoma can develop after such a burn.

Question 5

i have dark skin and have light brown spots all over my back and chest. how do i get rid of it?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: Your description could represent many different diagnoses.

Question 6

why am i getting a lot of brown spots on my arms , back of hands and chest area ?

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Many possibilities: There are many types and causes of skin rashes.  Several types of inflammatory conditions of the skin, allergic reactions, and sometimes bacterial, viral or fungal infections can cause rashes on the skin. Insect bites can also be the cause of a rash on the skin.  Have it evaluated by a professional and get the appropriate treatment.

Question 7

i have brown spots on my back & chest due to acne. what can get rid of them? ive had them all my life. went 2 derm & gave me trentinoin, doesnt work!

Accepted Answer

Not treatable: Some of the spots are probably due to acne while others are probably solar lentigos. The acne marks fade after several months; the others are permanent. Watch your skin for signs of melanoma. If you still have acne, manage it. Use a sunscreen. Many of my students, make and female, have these spots; no one minds; they are relics of a vigorous youth.

Question 8

i have these redish/ brown spots on my chest and neck what can i use to get them gone

Accepted Answer

Can't say: Without seeing them it is impossible to say. Check with your doctor.

Question 9

hello. years ago i was sunburned on my chest. i took care of it and it got better. now, years later, i noticed that i have a couple of brown spots.

Accepted Answer

Have evaluated: New spots like this shoudl be evaluated by a medical provider in-person.  Any severe sunburn can certainly initiate cellular damage that can progress to skin cancer, but most skin cancers are very treatable when they are caught early.

Question 10

13 yo has 6 slightly raised brown spots abt 1sm big spead across chest for 6 months. no pain or itching and no other symptoms.  what can it be?

Accepted Answer

Skin rashes: Skin rashes are notoriously difficult to diagnose without seeing....preferably in person.  This does not sound worrisome, but you should see your doctor on a routine basis and ask.

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Caucasian xx. light brown spots on chest and shoulders, irregular, itchy from water or sweat. had them 20 years. now on my back and neck. otc trtmts?

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I have these brown spots on my back and chest, what do i do?

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Hi there, i have these light brown spots on my back which have grown into a large one 2/3 of my back and now apprearing on my chest. ?

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Received a severe sunburn in june to back, shoulders and top of chest. blistered and peeled for weeks. now have brown spots appearing. is this normal?

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I have dark skin and have light brown spots all over my back and chest. how do i get rid of it?

A member asked:

Why am i getting a lot of brown spots on my arms , back of hands and chest area ?

A member asked:

I have brown spots on my back & chest due to acne. what can get rid of them? ive had them all my life. went 2 derm & gave me trentinoin, doesnt work!

A member asked:

I have these redish/ brown spots on my chest and neck what can i use to get them gone

A member asked:

Hello. years ago i was sunburned on my chest. i took care of it and it got better. now, years later, i noticed that i have a couple of brown spots.

A member asked:

13 yo has 6 slightly raised brown spots abt 1sm big spead across chest for 6 months. no pain or itching and no other symptoms. what can it be?

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