White spots on toddler's face

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Abi Parent asked 5 years ago

I have started noticing that my 1 year old son has white spots on his face not vitiligo i know for sure…. is it some vitamin D deficiency.. how should i treat it?

Dr. ShahzadShahzad Naseem Doctor replied 5 years ago

There are multiple reasons for a child to have white spots on their face. Can you share a picture of your son’s face?

Dr. ShahzadShahzad Naseem Doctor replied 5 years ago

This looks like ptiryasis alba. It’s a benign condition. So nothing to worry about. Just use a moisturiser on his face. But usually they go away by themselves

Abi Parent replied 5 years ago

Thank you doctor. Jizak ALLAH khair