Patchy white patches on baby’s face may be related to pityriasis alba, lichen planus, vitiligo and so on.
1. pityriasis alba: pityriasis alba may be related to malnutrition, sun exposure, etc. It may appear as white patches on the face.
2. lichen planus: usually caused by fungal infection, it may have flaking, itching and localized whitening of the skin.
3. Vitiligo: it may be related to genetic factors, autoimmunity, lack of trace elements, exposure to the sun, mental factors, etc. It can manifest as porcelain white patches of skin, which may be surrounded by hyperpigmentation.
The baby’s face has a piece of white spots, but also may be related to the pigment-free nevus, it is recommended to go to the hospital in a timely manner to improve the relevant examination, identify the cause of the treatment under the guidance of the doctor.