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I have widespread livedo reticularis so i'm used to mottled skin, but my new tan from the beach has revealed pale mottling now too. what is this?
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Tinea versicolor: Sounds like u could have a topical skin infection caused by a skin fungus. It's not serious. See a dermatologist for evaluation and management. For now try an anti-dandruff shampoo daily on your skin. Good luck!
Answered 8/25/2014
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Not to worry: There is UNEVEN tanning with skin having the livido mottling to begin with. The deeper the tan the less it will be obvious. Make sure you use a good protective tanning cream!! Avoid DIRECT sun rays. AVOID BURNING!!!
Answered 8/25/2014
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Tinea versicolor: this is a fungal infection of the skin. Where it doesn't tan is the fungus and is commonly seen after trips to the beach. A treatment with antifungal pills and then keeping your skin treated with selsun over many months will help keep it from recurring
Answered 8/25/2014
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