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How To Get Rid Of Hyper Pigmented Spots?
Hello sir,i am a 27 year old girl suffering from hyperpigmented spots on my hands and back region
i have consulted many skin specialists in our region but of no use.can u suggest something?also can u tell me which is the best medicated sunscreen that i can possibly use?
i have consulted many skin specialists in our region but of no use.can u suggest something?also can u tell me which is the best medicated sunscreen that i can possibly use?
Sat, 17 May 2014
Hello,
Welcome to healthcare magic.
It is important to diagnose the cause of your hyperpigmented spots.
The possibilities include freckles, lentigenes an familial disorders which may require a skin biopsy for confirmation.
Unless a definitive diagnosis is made, using sunscreens alone may not be of much help.
As far as your query on sunscreens is concerned, you could use a broad spectrum sunscreen covering both UV-A and UV-B rays. Always reapply a sunscreen every 3-4 hours even if it is cloudy or in winters. SPF 30 and above will be ideal forIndian skin.
Shield yourself from sunrays physically using an umbrella / gloves.
Hope this helps you.
Take care.
Welcome to healthcare magic.
It is important to diagnose the cause of your hyperpigmented spots.
The possibilities include freckles, lentigenes an familial disorders which may require a skin biopsy for confirmation.
Unless a definitive diagnosis is made, using sunscreens alone may not be of much help.
As far as your query on sunscreens is concerned, you could use a broad spectrum sunscreen covering both UV-A and UV-B rays. Always reapply a sunscreen every 3-4 hours even if it is cloudy or in winters. SPF 30 and above will be ideal forIndian skin.
Shield yourself from sunrays physically using an umbrella / gloves.
Hope this helps you.
Take care.
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