White Sunspots on Skin

People with sensitive and fair skin are more susceptible to white sunspots which is a skin disorder. Many times people experience these white sunspots on skin, during early spring or summer. This condition is aggravated if there is further sun exposure of the affected area of the skin, which is why one needs to treat this disorder. Given below, are some of the main causes of white spots on skin and some home treatment to get rid of these spots.

Causes of White Sunspots on Skin

A person can get white spots on the skin due to many skin conditions. The main causes include 'sun allergy'. However, some other conditions like fungal infection and pigmentation can also give white spots on the skin region.

Sun Allergies: PMLE is one of the sun allergies, which give a person white itchy bumps on skin after sun exposure. Many times people experience redness with a burning sensation of the affected skin area. Sometimes, a person will experience swelling and blistering in the affected skin area. Other symptoms of PMLE include nausea, chills and headache. People many times develop bumps on skin after sun exposure, due to sun allergies like solar urticaria, photoallergic eruption and actinic prurigo.

Fungal Infection: Tinea versicolor is a fungal infection which gives white spots on the skin. This is not a severe condition, and mostly goes unnoticed. However, when the fungus spreads the appearance of these white spots becomes noticeable. The size of the spots starts to grow overtime, if left untreated. The spots can be pink, tan or dark brown also. Certain conditions like greasy skin, hot or humid weather, excessive sweating and imbalance of hormones tends to trigger the fungal infection.

Pigmentation: Skin pigmentation is another reason which can lead to the occurrence of white spots on skin. People with low melanin pigment amount (medium to very fair people), have higher chance of getting light colored spots on skin. Some fair people get a sunburn and some develop a pigmentation reaction which gives them sunspots.

White Sunspots Treatment & Prevention

Given below are ways to treat white spots. Also, there are some tips that will help you prevent white sunspots on skin from recurring.

Sun Allergies Treatment & Prevention

• For natural remedy, cut a leaf of aloe vera lengthwise and apply the aloe gel on the affected skin. You can apply the aloe gel as many times as you want, but apply it 3 times in a day. Aloe gel will soothe the irritated skin, and also help in healing the skin naturally.
• If there is burning or itching sensation on the affected skin area, then apply ice compress to the affected area for few minutes.
• To use a medical cream, buy a cream containing corticosteroid (betamethasone 0.1% concentration) over-the-counter. Wash the affected area with cool water, pat it dry and apply the cream. Apply the cream twice in the day. For allergy relief, you can take an antihistamine tablet.
• Protect your skin from further sun exposure by staying indoors. If you go out make sure you wear full sleeved clothes and pants, with a wide brimmed hat and sunglasses.
• Avoid the use of tanning beds as the UV lights from these beds can give you wrinkles, and in some cases lead to skin cancer.
• Drink a lot of water, to keep yourself hydrated when out in the sun.
• Use a good amount of sunscreen on the skin to protect it from solar exposure.

White Fungal Spots Infection Treatment

• If you have a fungal infection, then the doctor will prescribe you topical cream and a shampoo.
• One needs to apply the shampoo on damp skin and let it sit for some minutes and then wash off. You might have to the shampoo for months to completely get rid of the fungal infection.
• The doctor might also prescribe you oral medication and ask you to practice good hygiene.
• To prevent fungal infection, keep your skin clean and sweat free. After a workout or sport, take a shower to prevent fungal infection.
• Avoid wearing the same clothes twice in a row.
• To prevent the fungal infection from recurring, the doctor might ask you to use a medicated cleanser occasionally.

White Spots Pigmentation Treatment & Prevention Tips

• The doctor will prescribe a steroid cream. After regular applications of the cream the spots will become less noticeable.
• If the pigmentation bothers you then cosmetic treatments like surgical correction can also be advised.
• The doctor might ask you to change your diet, so that you can include foods which prevent pigmentation.

So, go to a dermatologist and get your skin examined. The doctor will help you find the cause behind the skin condition. According to the cause the doctor will provide the treatment.