Question 1

what causes white spots to form on toenails?

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Think nail fungus: What you are describing sounds consistent with a nail fungus, or onychomycosis.  See a podiatrist or dermatologist to talk about your treatment options. They may include medication, laser, or surgical options (if severe).

Question 2

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

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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 3

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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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 4

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

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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 5

my son has a bunch of white spots on the bottom of his foot and he says they sting bit don't itch. what is thid?

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Allergy: sounds like an allergy to something he stepped  on but clearly if it doesn't resolve please take him to dermatologisist

Question 6

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

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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 7

my dr ordered a m r i, found 20 white spots on my brain,  he says its  m s   u think its what it is, ?

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White MRI spot: These white spots are non-specific. It can be due to ms, but we usually see them in people with history of high blood pressure and diabetes. 
Now it depends on your sign and symptoms. Why you were referred for mri?
You need to see a neurologist.

Question 8

what dies it mean if i am seeing white spots?

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Get eyes checked: Get eyes checked to look for retinal issues. Might also be blood pressure dropping.  Perhaps a non painful type of ocular migraine.

Question 9

what are the white spots on my body that come and go?

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Yeast: If they are located on the back, chest or neck, there is a possibility that they are a yeast called tinea versicolor.  Sometimes the shampoo selum blue can help clear them.

Question 10

little white spots on my ankles?

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Skin plaques. : Probably nothing to be concerned about. Also, probably nothing to do about it. You could see a dermatologist to have it checked out.

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White spots on toenails

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What causes white spots to form 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.

A member asked:

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

A member asked:

My son has a bunch of white spots on the bottom of his foot and he says they sting bit don't itch. what is thid?

A member asked:

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:

My dr ordered a m r i, found 20 white spots on my brain, he says its m s u think its what it is, ?

A member asked:

What dies it mean if i am seeing white spots?

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What are the white spots on my body that come and go?

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Little white spots on my ankles?

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