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My father is 46 years old. his skin lately has start been having white spot. is this alergic?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Could be: It is hard to diagnose rashes over the computer. A white spot could be some allergic reaction, or vitiligo, or tinea versicolor, which all can have "white spots." have dad see a dr. To get proper diagnosis, good luck.

Answered 3/26/2013

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