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After a bout of severe acne & eczema, i have now on my cheek a slightly raised white patch with reddish surrounding skin. what is it & is it curable ?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

See doc: Since the description does not fit either eczema or acne, it may be from a fungal (tinea?) infection. However it is hard to tell for sure without a direct examination.

Answered 5/16/2016

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A member asked:

After a bout of severe acne & eczema, i have now on my cheek a slightly raised white patch with reddish surrounding skin. what is it & is it curable ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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