Question 1

what could a white patch with a red ring around it be?

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Ringworm: Most likely ringworm which is a fungal infection that can be treated with topical antifungal creams. There are other skin diseases which can mimic ringworm such as eczema and psoriasis. It should be seen by a dermatologist for diagnosis and treatment.

Question 2

i just noticed what looks like an insect bite on my face. a small dot, a white patch surrounding it then a big red ring around it. what is it?

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Worrisome: Sounds by your description like a "target" rash - have you been in the woods? I would worry about Lyme Disease (tick borne). If so, the rash won't last long  -  it should be seen tomorrow.

Question 3

i have a white patch on the uvula , but no pain or redness. confused as to what it might be.

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Get checked.: Strep throat does not always present with painful swallowing or a fever.  In fact it only presents classically in about 60% of kids and 30% of adults.  There are lots of atypical presentations for this disease.  So with a white patch, it is worth getting a culture.  If it does not go away in a week or so,, get checked for other possibilities.

Question 4

i have small bumps in the back of my throat for a month now. recently  i experience  ear pain in both ears. also i have few small red lumps in the floor of mouth and also a white patch..wht could all this cause..i know  oral cancer has these signs.?

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Oral cancer: First, oral cancer at your age, unless you smoke (anything) or abuse alcohol, is rare. Greater probability that you may be dealing with an infection. Please see both your Dentist and you Physician for examinations. Once cause can be determined, appropriate treatment can be administered.

Question 5

pain between toe, which is also red, was a bump between, now just white patch?

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Between toe: The most common condition you are talking about could be referring to hammertoe with a soft corn. And irritation that causes the soft corn may also produce a bursitis condition that turns the toe red and swollen. Soft tissue corns  between the toe can break down and form an abscess. Your podiatrist can evaluate this condition properly and advise you for the best care.

Question 6

the white patch on my tonsils has gone now but there is a red patch , a little bit like a scab is this bad?

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Still healing...: It is hard to answer your question completely without more information.  If you are recovering from strep throat, it may take a week or more for the red inflammation to fully resolve.

Question 7

i got a white patch on my skin yesterday and idk the cause.today i tried rubbing it so see if it was dry skin and it left a red swollen patch of raw skin.what may be the cause for this.and will it leave a scar?if yes how to make it disappear?

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: No, it won't make scar but you need to watch if more patches develop and the skin disease needs to be identified for effective treatment. Pityriasis versicolor is a common yeast infection of the skin at your age. You can read more info from this link: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/dermatitis-eczema/expert-answers/white-patch-on-skin/faq-20058027

Question 8

my son has deep pigmentation around mouth and red  rash when the rash gets better the white patch gets bigger  . what can i do to help him ?

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?Atopic dermatitis: Without examining your son it is not possible to be sure.  However, could he have atopic dermatitis and is getting pigment loss at the sites of his rash?  This can happen in atopic patients.  I would suggest you see a consultant in dermatology to be sure.

Question 9

have red and white patch on soft palate. white in middle, red on the edges.  moderately sore. had some post nasal drip. something to get seen about?

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Yes: Yes this could be strep , but it could also be the other things  including things like mononucleosis.  The rapid strep tests can has cross-positives on occasion with someone who has mono, or you could have a virus and just be a strep carrier. These days could also be Covid19.  Time to get some testing done to see if needs any specific treatment.

Question 10

for years i've had this little white patch on my hand with 3 red pin dots in it, now there must be around 7dots, i also have some appearing on my arms?

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You have a case: That really needs to be check out. It will be a good idea to go see a doctor. It's very difficult to help patients with dermatological issues without seeing the lesions, and the amount of information you gave us is very limited.

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I just noticed what looks like an insect bite on my face. a small dot, a white patch surrounding it then a big red ring around it. what is it?

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I have a white patch on the uvula , but no pain or redness. confused as to what it might be.

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I have small bumps in the back of my throat for a month now. recently i experience ear pain in both ears. also i have few small red lumps in the floor of mouth and also a white patch..wht could all this cause..i know oral cancer has these signs.?

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Pain between toe, which is also red, was a bump between, now just white patch?

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The white patch on my tonsils has gone now but there is a red patch , a little bit like a scab is this bad?

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I got a white patch on my skin yesterday and idk the cause.today i tried rubbing it so see if it was dry skin and it left a red swollen patch of raw skin.what may be the cause for this.and will it leave a scar?if yes how to make it disappear?

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My son has deep pigmentation around mouth and red rash when the rash gets better the white patch gets bigger . what can i do to help him ?

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Have red and white patch on soft palate. white in middle, red on the edges. moderately sore. had some post nasal drip. something to get seen about?

A member asked:

For years i've had this little white patch on my hand with 3 red pin dots in it, now there must be around 7dots, i also have some appearing on my arms?

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