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What Does A White Spot On The Thumb Indicate?
Hi, I notice a white spot on my thump and though it was kind of odd because it just popped up. later i notice two white spots on my elbow and again later another white spot popped up on my upper arm, all in the same hand. should i be concern. The first white spot that popped up was in my upper arm, it has been there for a while, but i though nothing of it, until this other popped up.
Thu, 23 Aug 2018
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White spots occurs when certain cells called melanocytes stop making melanin, it may be related to genetics or autoimmune diseases. It may spread to the different parts of the body as well. Application of topical Corticosteroids and Calcipotriol is effective. Avoid long exposure to the sun. Visit a skin specialist, get physically examined and evaluated, take UVA therapy and other treatment to stop the spread.
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White spots occurs when certain cells called melanocytes stop making melanin, it may be related to genetics or autoimmune diseases. It may spread to the different parts of the body as well. Application of topical Corticosteroids and Calcipotriol is effective. Avoid long exposure to the sun. Visit a skin specialist, get physically examined and evaluated, take UVA therapy and other treatment to stop the spread.
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