Hello: I have developed very large circular, flat discolorations on my back that at first, looked like bruises ie: sort of dark red. I have two that are perfectly round and two that are very large and oblong. I went to my primary care and he stated he thought it was exzema and gave me a topical cream, however, they do not itch , not raised, not dry or flaky. Only knew they were there because someone pointed it out to me. Within the last two days, I have developed two more, one on my hip and one on my shoulder blade. Could this simply be an allergy? I do take Simvistatin (40mg) and have been for approximately 1 year. I am 53 years old and have never experienced anything like this. I live in Florida (humid climate) and have been under stress so not sure if these things contribute. Any guidance would be appreciated.
Hello and welcome to ChatDoctorcould you please clarify how large the lesions are and where precisely they are located i.e. upper back or lower. You mentioned living in a humid climate, do you sweat a lot? Do you have oily skin? Does anyone else in your immediate surroundings have these lesions. I would advise you to have a basic blood test done and visit a dermatologist this condition you are having might be a simple fungal infection(Tina tricolor). Allergies to Chat Doctor. Good luck