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I've got kind of spots on my chest. i'm 23 and never had big problems with acne. its been there for over a year now. what may be causing it?

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Dr. William Mitchell answered

See a dermatologist: Could be tinea versicola based on length and brief description. If tinea versicola, it can be treated with topical ketoconazole or selsun.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not acne: It does not sound like acne. If you are worried, have hem looked at, but at your age are probably benign lesion!

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

I've got kind of spots on my chest. i'm 23 and never had big problems with acne. its been there for over a year now. what may be causing it?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. William Mitchell answered

Dr. Marsha Davis answered

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