Question
Babloo around 5 to 10 year boy presents with multiple small hypopigmented scaly macule patch on cheek. Some of his classmates also have similar lesions. The most probable diagnosis is?
A. Pityriasis rosea
B. Pityriasis versicolour
C. Indeterminate leprosy
D. Pityriasis alba
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Correct Answer » D
Explanation
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The child in the question is suffering from Pityriasis Alba.
It is characterised by the presence of hypopigmented scaly macules of variable size.
It is commonly found in the cheek of children and is self limiting.
Topical steroids/ tacrolimus may have a role in certain cases, but is not usually necessary.
Ref: Clinical Manual of Emergency Pediatrics By Ellen F. Crain, 5th Edition, Page 130.
