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How To Get Rid Of Elasma On Forehead Over The Eye Brows & Cheeks?
Question: I am of 46 Years married woman having melasma (Chahiyan) on forehead over the eye brows & cheeks ( cuase unknown) plz give me proper treatment of this as i can get rid of that,my look has
became dim bcz of having melasma.
became dim bcz of having melasma.
Brief Answer:
restricting sun, hydroquinone, reduce estrogen exp
Detailed Answer:
Hi, thanks for using healthcare magic
Melasma can be difficult to treat.
The pigment in melasma develops slowly over time and the resolution process is also slow and gradual.It can take months for resolution to occur.
Some persons ma be resistant to treatment, this is more likely if there is not strict avoidance of sunlight. All wavelengths of sunlight are capable of causing melasma.
The best treatment regimen involves: (1)restricting sun exposure- use of hats and other forms of shade plus the use of broad spectrum sunscreens
Sunscreens with physical blockers such as zinc oxide or titanium dioxide are preferred over those with chemical blockers because they have a broader spectrum of protection
(2), topical hydroquinine cream and
(3)no estrogen exposure (from some contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy for example)
Quick fixes with chemical peels, lasers or cryotherapy can cause unpredictable results.
They can be helpful in some but cause flare ups or no response in others.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
restricting sun, hydroquinone, reduce estrogen exp
Detailed Answer:
Hi, thanks for using healthcare magic
Melasma can be difficult to treat.
The pigment in melasma develops slowly over time and the resolution process is also slow and gradual.It can take months for resolution to occur.
Some persons ma be resistant to treatment, this is more likely if there is not strict avoidance of sunlight. All wavelengths of sunlight are capable of causing melasma.
The best treatment regimen involves: (1)restricting sun exposure- use of hats and other forms of shade plus the use of broad spectrum sunscreens
Sunscreens with physical blockers such as zinc oxide or titanium dioxide are preferred over those with chemical blockers because they have a broader spectrum of protection
(2), topical hydroquinine cream and
(3)no estrogen exposure (from some contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy for example)
Quick fixes with chemical peels, lasers or cryotherapy can cause unpredictable results.
They can be helpful in some but cause flare ups or no response in others.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
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