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M/21 for a while i have noticed light colored spots and patching on my back. it seems to be more apparent with heat and sweat. what is this? worried

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Sounds like: Tenia versicolor which is a relatively benign and treatable fungal skin infection. See your doctor so he/she has a visual of the issue.

Answered 6/15/2015

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A member asked:

M/21 for a while i have noticed light colored spots and patching on my back. it seems to be more apparent with heat and sweat. what is this? worried

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Burns answered

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