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For 1 week i have had what looks like a small pimple/white head surrounded by oval patch of pale skin (as if lightly bleached).

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Dr. Sean Darcy answered

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Acne: its possible that the pimple is acne. Try warm compresses. Where is it located? Please send pic.

Answered 1/1/2015

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A member asked:

For 1 week i have had what looks like a small pimple/white head surrounded by oval patch of pale skin (as if lightly bleached).

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sean Darcy answered

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