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Suggest Treatment For Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation On Heels
Question: I wore shoes that rubbed my heels badly and then went to get a pedicure where she used a metal scrapper to try and smooth the heels, resulting in patches of hard discolored patches of skin on my heels. It is very embarrassing, and on both heels
Brief Answer:
skin lightening cream
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query and photograph.
You have developed post inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
It can be treated by using a combination of mod steroid and skin lightening cream.
These creams are easily available over the counter.
Visit your chemist and ask for a combination of hydroquinone, tretinoin and mometasone.
Apply this cream daily in night.
You will get good response in a month.
Thank you
skin lightening cream
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query and photograph.
You have developed post inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
It can be treated by using a combination of mod steroid and skin lightening cream.
These creams are easily available over the counter.
Visit your chemist and ask for a combination of hydroquinone, tretinoin and mometasone.
Apply this cream daily in night.
You will get good response in a month.
Thank you
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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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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