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How Can Skin Pigmentation Causing Facial Discoloration Be Treated?

I have white or light discoloration spots on my face where hair doesn t grow. I have a history of skin cancer and sun damage. 38 year old male. I been using sunscreen everyday on my face for 6 months and recently started using Neutrogena night moisturizer with retinol and still noticing new small skin pigmentation issues.
Mon, 1 Oct 2018
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Hi,

I would suggest you to visit a plastic surgeon for your problem since you are at a risk of having skin cancer.
Besides I would advice you to avoid prolong sun exposure too.

Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Humaira Naerm, Cosmetic & Plastic Surgeon
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How Can Skin Pigmentation Causing Facial Discoloration Be Treated?

Hi, I would suggest you to visit a plastic surgeon for your problem since you are at a risk of having skin cancer. Besides I would advice you to avoid prolong sun exposure too. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Humaira Naerm, Cosmetic & Plastic Surgeon