Ever since i was about in 5th grade, ive had these white bumpy spots on my arms, the doctor said it was a "fungus" call phythirasis versicolor..(not sure about the spelling) . As i got older these spots got bigger and spread, no creams the doctor was percribing helped. I was getting very self concious about myself because of them, my sisters were calling me 'Leopard' cuz i had spots...........if there are any home remedies for this, i would absoulutly love them, im a teen, i have enough on my plate than to deal wit gettin picked on about things we cant help..........can you give any pieces of advice about how to get rid of my condition.
thank u so much to whoever answers this
~maddy~
2007-08-07 11:56:15 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
My sister has the same thing. Tea tree oil is the stuff! Available at all health food stores and at most drug stores. You'll smell a bit "mediciney" but it'll do wonders! Put it on at night and shower in the a.m.
2007-08-07 12:00:41 · answer #1 · answered by lfh1213 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You have pityriasis versicolor. While you are so young, there is still about a 2-3% chance they will fade, or your surrounding skin will somewhat, overlap, the splotches.
Until then, most medicines will work better than the home remedies.
I'm sure your doctor has already reccomended this, but try antifungals. When was the last time you got medication for this? There may be something new. Creams are passed through the FDA everyday.
Hope this help! Email me with other questions.
2007-08-07 12:02:11 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
1] see a doctor to get a prescription for Nizoral [ pill ].
2] buy some skin lotion with tea tree oil, and use at least once a week to prevent recurrence [ health food store ]. Bathe or shower at night, and apply the lotion, so it can work while you are sleeping.
3] use over the counter chlortrimazole for flare-ups.
4] the white spots should all eventually fade. They are caused by a yeast present on everyone's skin.
5] re-vamp your diet.
Eliminate fried, fast, and junk foods - even diet junk food.
No sweets.
No chips, crackers, or pre-made bakery goodies.
Drink 1/2 gallon of water a day.
Take a daily multivitamin with minerals - can make a big difference in your skin.
2007-08-07 12:22:55 · answer #3 · answered by Nurse Susan 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Could this be tinea versicolor?
If so, one of the best "home remedies" sounds a little crazy, but it makes a big difference (my husband has this condition). Get some Selsun Blue (or any dandruff shampoo containing selenium). Slather it on the affected areas and wait for about 10-15 minutes. Then shower off.
His fades in less than a week when he does it daily.
Sorry, btw, that your sisters are teasing. Sometimes siblings say some very hurtful things. However, later in life, they may be your best friends.
Hang in there,
~M~
2007-08-07 12:01:03 · answer #4 · answered by michele 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well i have this skin problem idk if its the same one.. its also white spots... get a cream... moisturising lotion unperfumed and hypo allergenic, and from time to time put some vinegar on (your arms not the cream) and it should help.. mines are better... and try not taking much sun.
I hope this helps.
2007-08-07 12:22:32 · answer #5 · answered by tigresavalialvi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Im so sorry, but i cant help you. Mabey try talking to a different doctor.
2007-08-07 12:01:10 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I recommend you visit an experienced Dermatologist...
2007-08-07 11:58:48 · answer #7 · answered by PrinceO'Persia 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
thats sad
2007-08-07 12:00:19 · answer #8 · answered by Mz. Gurly Gurl 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
huh
2007-08-07 11:58:29 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋