White patches on my 5 years old girl

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lauri1981
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by lauri1981 on Mon Aug 14, 2017 5:57 pm

White patches on my 5 years old girl

My daughter has got white patches on her cheeks for last w years . She is mix race. I am white European and my husband is darker skin Asian. What is the best way to treat those white patches . I tried so many lotions and creams but it's not helping much .

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Dr Anjali Mahto
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by Dr Anjali Mahto on Wed Aug 16, 2017 9:40 pm

Re: White patches on my 5 years old girl

Many thanks for taking the time to post a question.

It is hard to comment on the best treatment without seeing your daughter. There are conditions other than vitiligo that can leave pale patches on the cheeks in children (e.g. pityriasis alba). I suggest you take her to see your family doctor if you are concerned so that an accurate assessment and examination can take place before treatment is offered.

I hope that helps and best wishes,

Anjali
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