u/Icy-Lock-9796

Hi, I’ve recently started noticing spot-like patches appearing on my skin. Some are quite small while others are bigger patches. I’m not really sure what’s causing it.

They seem to have appeared gradually rather than all at once. I haven’t changed much in my routine recently, but I’m starting to get concerned because there are more showing up.

A few questions:

Has anyone experienced something similar?

Could this be something like a rash, fungal issue, allergy, eczema, stress-related, etc.?

Is there anything I should look out for that would mean I need to see a doctor urgently?

I know nobody can diagnose online, but I’d appreciate any advice or similar experiences. Thanks.

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I’m 26 and pretty shy, and I’ve never really had much of a social life or been in a relationship. I’ve been wanting to push myself more and actually start putting myself out there, so tonight I decided to go to a gay bar.

I was really hesitant at first and almost didn’t go in, but I did. I only stayed briefly, got a Coke, stood outside to drink it, used the toilet, then left. I didn’t talk to anyone or anything like that.

I still feel proud of myself for even going in. A part of me would’ve just walked past and gone home, so this feels like a small win.

I know it probably sounds like nothing to most people, but for me it felt like a big step.