Question 1

under skin red spots on end of big toe. also have toenail fungus on same toe.

Accepted Answer

Red dots: near toes could be an extension of fungus onto the skin from your toenail. Get some help and see a podiatrist or skin doctor for more clarification and treatment.

Question 2

i have copd and am prone to bronchitis. for most symptoms. for the rash on scalp, lower back, knees, yellow spots on toenails.... could this be psoriasis? i have a family history of it and don't know the best course of action. my scalp is the worst.

Accepted Answer

Eval needed:  I hope that no doctor would try to provide you with a diagnosis based only on this information. As assessment is needed for an accurate diagnosis.

Question 3

is the black spot on my toe a bruise or toenail fungus? how to tell?

Accepted Answer

See the podiatrist: A bruise is the result of a blood blister under the nail plate which can lift the nail plate from the underlying bed.  This could lead to toenail fungus.  However, not all black spots are bruises or infections, like fungus.  There is other growths that discolor the nails, including some cancers.  To be safe, have a podiatrist examine your toenail.

Question 4

hi, my father is a sugar patient since 20 years, he never took insulin, only sugar medicines, running smooth life, now in the age of 65+ he is having white spots under his foot skin, its like that these white dots are having white or transparent fluid, it

Accepted Answer

Sounds: Like it may be a form of fungus. However, because he is diabetic it would be prudent to have it examined by a podiatrist or dermatologist.

Question 5

is this athlete's foot? a while ago my pinky toe began to hurt really badly, i look and i see that there is a rash in between my pinky toe along with white spots(?), liquid comes out too, it hurts alot when scratched or rubbed often against other toe?

Accepted Answer

: It is possible that this could be athletes foot, however it is possible this may be an infection or a form of dermatitis.
It would be best to have it evaluated by a podiatrist.

Question 6

what could cause white spots on nipples?

Accepted Answer

Several things: This is a problem that requires a face-to-face meeting with your doctor.  In that meeting, your doctor will listen to you, perform a throrough examination and possibly order labs or other tests. Based on this information, he/she will be able to tell you what's wrong and what to do about it.

Question 7

what causes white spots under your fingernails?

Accepted Answer

Nail: Usually trauma to the nails.

Question 8

what causes white spots in the top part of arm?

Accepted Answer

Dermatitis: Depigmentation can occur for many different reasons.  A dermatologist would have to examine these to see what is going on and what is the likely cause. Go and be seen.

Question 9

what causes white spots underneath your fingernails?

Accepted Answer

White Spots Nails: Difficult to answer without seeing these. It sounds as if it might be a harmless superficial fungous infection. Or, perhaps, from a nail cosmetic you may be using. See a dermatologist if you are worried about them.

Question 10

what causes little white spots under your fingernails?

Accepted Answer

Leukonychia: Milk spots on nails are usually harmless &amp; related to nail trauma (such as biting nails). Other causes can be Iron, zinc or protein deficiency,  lead or arsenic poisoning, renal failure, cirrhosis, pneumonia, heart disease, psoriasis or marked psychological stress.

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What causes white spots on toenails

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Under skin red spots on end of big toe. also have toenail fungus on same toe.

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I have copd and am prone to bronchitis. for most symptoms. for the rash on scalp, lower back, knees, yellow spots on toenails.... could this be psoriasis? i have a family history of it and don't know the best course of action. my scalp is the worst.

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Is the black spot on my toe a bruise or toenail fungus? how to tell?

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Hi, my father is a sugar patient since 20 years, he never took insulin, only sugar medicines, running smooth life, now in the age of 65+ he is having white spots under his foot skin, its like that these white dots are having white or transparent fluid, it

A member asked:

Is this athlete's foot? a while ago my pinky toe began to hurt really badly, i look and i see that there is a rash in between my pinky toe along with white spots(?), liquid comes out too, it hurts alot when scratched or rubbed often against other toe?

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What could cause white spots on nipples?

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What causes white spots under your fingernails?

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What causes white spots in the top part of arm?

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What causes white spots underneath your fingernails?

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What causes little white spots under your fingernails?

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