Question 1

what cause white spots on the skin after sun exposure?

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Hypopigmentation: White spots in sun exposed areas can be a form of chronic sun damage called idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis.  It is common on forearms and lower legs as small white dots.  No real treatment exists.  If this does not sound like what you have, see your doctor to check it out.

Question 2

why do i get white spots on my skin after sun exposure?

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Sun Spots: Sun spots are spots on the skin that occur after sun exposure. Sun spots can be dark or white. White spots can have several causes, and they all share one thing in common, they prevent melanin from being produced in that specific area of the skin, and therefore, cannot alter its pigment. In other words, the skin cannot tan in those small areas.

Question 3

the white spots on the skin are caused by sun exposure or has any connection with the liver or nervous?

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White spots on skin: White or pale circles or circle like patches on the skin is most likely to be a fungal infection.  If it is wide spread you may need oral medication for this.

Question 4

got white spots on face how to get rid of them mainly come out in the sun?

Accepted Answer

Pitiriasis alba: If pitiriasis alba which often leaves white flat spots on the face, you can try 1% hydrocortisone cream twice daily for a week and use sunscreen on your face for a more even complexion. Cause is unknown. If this doesn't help, see the dermatologist to look for fungal infection or eczema

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Question 5

i have rosacea on face. all over my cheeks, & its been there forever. i have eczema too and it gets worse in winter. noticed random white spots on face around rosacea. not painful. flat, size of bead. sort of itchy. idk if its that or smth else?

Accepted Answer

: 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 a doctor, preferably a dermatologist. It is very likely that your condition can be improved with care. 
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Question 6

hi i am javed,  my son is 5 months old   and he is suffering with dry itching skin and erosion which bleeds, white spots on face, please help.

Accepted Answer

Eczema: Your son seems to have an infantile atopic dermatitis (eczema) which is often responding well to low-potency steroid cream and antihistamine for itching.  Have him checked.

Question 7

facial rash with tiny white pustules after sun exposure, cutting grass. then given double strength decadron (dexamethasone) im shot in hip. can shot cause headache and low back pain?

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Yes: These can be side effects of a steroid injection.

Question 8

does sun exposure spread fordyce spots?

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: Since Fordyce's spots are ectopic sebaceous glands beneath the skin, sunlight would not grow their size, but of course, as expected, the overlying skin may darken leading to potential deceptive look, which you may like them. So, no effect and no harm from Fordyce's spots. More? Seek pro-evaluation &amp; counseling preferably from dermatologist timely. Best wishes...

Question 9

after sun exposure, i developed white sun spots on my chest area. how can i get rid off them?

Accepted Answer

Tinea Versicolor: White sun spots can be cause by a skin condition called tinea versicolor.Tinea versicolor is a common fungal infection of the skin that often affects adolescents and young adults. The term versicolor refers to the fact that it causes the affected skin to change color and become either lighter or darker than surrounding skin. Treatment can be with prescription ketodan.

Question 10

getting many brown spots on have from sun exposure. other then wear sun screenwhat can i do to prevent future spots. have been exfoliating every day?

Accepted Answer

Wear: Wear sunscreen clothing. Use hydroxy acids. Use Retin-A . May need intermittent steroids too. See dermatologist to discuss treatment options.

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Got white spots on face how to get rid of them mainly come out in the sun?

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I have rosacea on face. all over my cheeks, & its been there forever. i have eczema too and it gets worse in winter. noticed random white spots on face around rosacea. not painful. flat, size of bead. sort of itchy. idk if its that or smth else?

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Hi i am javed, my son is 5 months old and he is suffering with dry itching skin and erosion which bleeds, white spots on face, please help.

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Facial rash with tiny white pustules after sun exposure, cutting grass. then given double strength decadron (dexamethasone) im shot in hip. can shot cause headache and low back pain?

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Does sun exposure spread fordyce spots?

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After sun exposure, i developed white sun spots on my chest area. how can i get rid off them?

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Getting many brown spots on have from sun exposure. other then wear sun screenwhat can i do to prevent future spots. have been exfoliating every day?

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