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Discoloration In Face, Looks Dull. Remedy? Will Laser Session Work?
Doctor I have some discoloration in my face and my face looks dull and dark compared to my body color. Though I took some mild peel sessions also. Iam regular in applying sunscreen during the day whether at home or outside. But I don't see much change in my face color. Ism a veg and I take lot of veg and fruits. Yet there is no glow in my face. Can u suggest some remedies. Ian planning to take some laser sessions for my face discoloration. Will it work for me...can u pl suggest
Wed, 8 May 2013
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Discoloration of face is rather a broad term. It can include any hyperpigmentary problems. The cause for your pigmentation has to be ascertained. A consultation with a dermatologist practicing cosmetology will help in diagnosis. Sunlight induced photo-pigmentation, freckles and UV spots, Melasma, Seborrhoeic melanosis, Addisonian pigmentation,Vitamin B12 deficiency, acanthosis nigricans etc are all causes of pigmentation and needs to be ruled out.
Please continue using sunscreen and re apply every 3-4 hours during the day.Your diet also seems to be fine. Chemical peels and micro-dermabrasion will help if you take many sittings provided you rule out internal causes of pigmentation.
Hope this helped
Take care
Welcome to healthcare magic
Discoloration of face is rather a broad term. It can include any hyperpigmentary problems. The cause for your pigmentation has to be ascertained. A consultation with a dermatologist practicing cosmetology will help in diagnosis. Sunlight induced photo-pigmentation, freckles and UV spots, Melasma, Seborrhoeic melanosis, Addisonian pigmentation,Vitamin B12 deficiency, acanthosis nigricans etc are all causes of pigmentation and needs to be ruled out.
Please continue using sunscreen and re apply every 3-4 hours during the day.Your diet also seems to be fine. Chemical peels and micro-dermabrasion will help if you take many sittings provided you rule out internal causes of pigmentation.
Hope this helped
Take care
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