Question 1

should i try to remove the scaly patches of skin myself?

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No: They will grow back. You need to treat the inflammation underneath initially with external medications such as tazorac, (tazarotene) taclonex, luxiq, dovonex to control problem. Picking can make it worse and will cause bleeding.

Question 2

white scaly patches in the inner folds of my skin near the butt area. it itches and some pain from scratching.do i have jock itch? i am a female.

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Candida: Candida or yeast can certainly create these symptoms and presentation.  You can get a prescription from your doctor. In the meantime, cut out all sugar and yeast from your diet, keep the area clean and dry and you will start to feel better.

Question 3

my 7 yo daughter has some dark scaly patches on her neck. she is caucasian with lightly tan skin. does not itch or bother her at all.

Accepted Answer

Dark patches: She may have acanthosis nigrans. See a dermatologist for a more definitive diagnosis.

Question 4

i have dry scaly patches on my scalp. head&shoulders doesn't work. my beautician said its psoriasis of the scalp. what should i use?

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See below: See your dermatologist.  You may need prescription for topical corticosteriods to treat this.

Question 5

my baby, 15m, had a diaper rash for 2months. red patchs, dry and rough skin, itchiness, it's expanding. used candid cream, coconut oil, and no diapers. looks like dermatitis with dead skin buildup and scaly patches. please suggest some ointment.

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Work up: Please avoid coconut oil on the skin. An inbox consultation with Healthtap may be useful to you and your pediatrician.  The rash may result in a secondary infection. Watch for signs of drainage, swelling and redness. The Candida yeast infection is usually treatable topically. A culture may be sent to confirm the diagnosis. Use a diaper cream with zinc to promote healing. Consider immune testing.

Question 6

the outside skin on my penis is very itchy and i'm getting what looks like white patches also my scrotum area very itchy and private area is very itchy wake up in the morning with itch all over ,my forskin has a red circle spot and scaly patches n sk?

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Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor. 
Wish you good health!

Question 7

had rash for past 2 weeks. started in face, spread to trunk and limbs. small raised red dots and few larger irreg, scaly patches. no itch. what's it?

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Rash: Do you have any underlying condition? Autoimmune disease? DM? Could be eczema, psoriasis, reaction to medication or food or other product, sometimes with strep can get rash, can be fungal infection like ringworm ( scabies is usually itchy). Since it is 2 weeks and spreading, seek medical attention at doctor/ urgent care /dermatologist.

Question 8

i have a scaly patch of skin on my ankle/foot. it's small (1 inch) and it doesn't itch, but it's annoying and darker than the rest of my skin.

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You can try...: A mild steroid cream like Cortaid (hydrocortisone) and see if that helps... If not, see a podiatrist or dermatologist.

Question 9

i have a small oval patch of skin on my upper arm, it is where my old tb scar is, the patch is noticeable & scaly, lighter in colour than my skin.

Accepted Answer

Scar: It is very common for recipients of the BCG vaccine to develop a scar at the site of injection that remains for a lifetime.  It sounds like that is what you are describing.

Question 10

what causes non itchy red scaly circular patches on arms, legs and back, but is not psoriasis ? skin on circular patches usually hardens and falls off

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Please see: Please see your dermatologist for evaluation and to discuss treatment options. It's not possible to tell because there are many diseases that look the same.

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Should i try to remove the scaly patches of skin myself?

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White scaly patches in the inner folds of my skin near the butt area. it itches and some pain from scratching.do i have jock itch? i am a female.

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My 7 yo daughter has some dark scaly patches on her neck. she is caucasian with lightly tan skin. does not itch or bother her at all.

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I have dry scaly patches on my scalp. head&shoulders doesn't work. my beautician said its psoriasis of the scalp. what should i use?

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My baby, 15m, had a diaper rash for 2months. red patchs, dry and rough skin, itchiness, it's expanding. used candid cream, coconut oil, and no diapers. looks like dermatitis with dead skin buildup and scaly patches. please suggest some ointment.

A member asked:

The outside skin on my penis is very itchy and i'm getting what looks like white patches also my scrotum area very itchy and private area is very itchy wake up in the morning with itch all over ,my forskin has a red circle spot and scaly patches n sk?

A member asked:

Had rash for past 2 weeks. started in face, spread to trunk and limbs. small raised red dots and few larger irreg, scaly patches. no itch. what's it?

A member asked:

I have a scaly patch of skin on my ankle/foot. it's small (1 inch) and it doesn't itch, but it's annoying and darker than the rest of my skin.

A member asked:

I have a small oval patch of skin on my upper arm, it is where my old tb scar is, the patch is noticeable & scaly, lighter in colour than my skin.

A member asked:

What causes non itchy red scaly circular patches on arms, legs and back, but is not psoriasis ? skin on circular patches usually hardens and falls off

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