Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
I'm an african-american 21 year old female , i've noticed that i'm getting light spots around my month & under my chin what could this be?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Vitiligo: Vitiligo is a condition where melanocytes (cells in our skin that make pigment) stop functioning. Causes are frequently autoimmune or infectious. It can be highly concerning to the patient, but is not considered a risk to life and limb. I recommend seeing a dermatologist.
Answered 11/30/2014
4.8k views
See details: It may be vitiligo which is an autoimmune disease characterized by patches of skin depigmentation. Have a dermatologist evaluate the problem.
Answered 3/17/2023
4.8k views
Related Questions
A member asked:
African american male with black spots all over body very itchy been there for months worst on legs.. What is it can I get it.. They get puffy at time?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
How would i fade dark spots and clear up dirty pores? I'm an african american female and it's hard to find over-the-counter products that help. I
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I am a lighter skinned african american, i've had acne and from bothering it i get these yucky dark spots... What can I do to make them go away?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
How do I get rid of hyper pigmentation on my face? I'm an african american woman and I have a lot of dark spots on my face and neck. I know it must be hyper pigmentation but i don't know how to get rid of it. I have been using ambi fade cream and cocoa bu
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
Hi. I'm a 14 year old female. I have combination skin.I breakout monthly. I have super sensitive and acne prone skin. I have dark spots from pimples on my chin and forehead (from squeezing them! woops) and a lot of blackheads on my nose. How can i get rid
I m 16 year old female and I have a dandruff like small spot (about 1in) in my head .when I remove it my skin turns pinkish. Is it dermatitis ???
I'm a 21 year old, African American male. I'm constantly having multiple abscesses on my scalp. On the back of my head & towards my neck. Need help ?
Is it normal for a 23 year old female to feel a soft spot of top of head? I've only recently noticed it, should i be worried?
What does it mean when you get a headache in a different spot of your head everyday ? Is this bad ? Life threatening? Should i worry? Im 18 years old
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
