Doctors
Division of Paediatric Allergy, Immunology and
Rheumatology Service
Head & Senior Consultant:
Prof
Hugo Van Bever
Consultant:
A/Prof
Lynette Shek Pei Chi
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Signs & Symptoms
Pityriasis Alba is
manifested by multiple non-itchy, oval, mildly scaly, flat hypopigmented
(white) patches on the face, arms and upper trunk. The lesions become more
prominent after sun exposure as surrounding skin darkens. These lesions are
often mistaken for fungal infections and treated inappropriately with
antifungals.
What causes it
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About the condition
Pityriasis Alba is a
mild dermatitis manifest by multiple non-itchy, oval, mildly scaly, flat hypopigmented
(white) patches on the face, arms and upper trunk. It usually affects children
between 3 and 16 years of age.
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Diagnosis and Treatment Options
This condition is harmless and tend to resolve slowly but
spontaneously. In some cases, steroid creams may help.
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