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My Father Age 83 Is Having A Red Patch On Skin With Small Bumps On Lower Back

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Question : My father Age 83 is having a red patch on skin with small bumps on lower back little below waist line area from last 2 DAYS. Patch has increased little in last 2 days
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Possibility of fungal infection

Detailed Answer:
Hello ,

It could be a fungal infection. I request you to kindly upload a few images of the affected area in "Reports section" so that I am able to have a look and guide you accordingly. Also let me know if it is itchy?

Hope to assist you further with your query. take care.
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My Father Age 83 Is Having A Red Patch On Skin With Small Bumps On Lower Back

Brief Answer: Possibility of fungal infection Detailed Answer: Hello , It could be a fungal infection. I request you to kindly upload a few images of the affected area in "Reports section" so that I am able to have a look and guide you accordingly. Also let me know if it is itchy? Hope to assist you further with your query. take care.