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A few tiney white patches on arms, on taking closer examination i notice teeny tiney red pinpoint in the middle. have had them for year should i worry?
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Seems benign: What you describe sounds benign (unlikely to cause you problems). However, if you are concerned, you should see a doctor or dermatologist. White spots on skin may also be due to malnutrition. Deficiencies in calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin E can lead to the appearance of white patches on the skin. These skin marks are harmless but they indicate that you need to eat a healthy balanced diet.
Answered 7/15/2017
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