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Why are small dark marks randomly appearing on just one side of my face?

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Hi doctor,

What can be the reason for small dark marks which randomly appear on one side of my face?

Answered by Dr. Sugandh Garg

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sugandh Garg is a qualified medical professional with an MBBS degree and an MD in Forensic Medicine, with significant experience as a COVID-19 expert. Since March 2020, he has been actively working with the government civil hospital COVID team, managing emergency cases and overseeing quarantine and isolation protocols. He has played a key role in supporting COVID-19 patients through structured treatment guidance and diet protocols, contributing to effective patient care during the pandemic.

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Hello,

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As your query, Make sure you are not exposed to the sun. Avoid sun exposure, especially between 11 am to 3 pm. If at all, you must, then wear protective clothing, a full-sleeved shirt, a scarf to cover your face except the eyes, a broad brim hat, sunshades, broad sunscreen spectrum, which has both UVA and UVB protection minimum 30 SPF. It could be freckles as well, which can be due to aging, sun, acne, pollution exposure. Take a balanced nutritious diet. Include lots of green vegetables and fruits in your diet. Special mention for citrus fruits, which include oranges, kiwi, etc., which are high in Vitamin C, is beneficial for the skin. Add antioxidants supplements. Or else, you can go in for safe laser treatment provided all parameters are met, and you are completely normal medically and surgically, and no contraindications found. Chemical peeling also helps to get rid of the superficial epidermal layer, which bears these marks and helps in the renewal of the skin.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Sneha Kannan
Published At September 16, 2020
Reviewed At August 24, 2023

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sugandh Garg is a qualified medical professional with an MBBS degree and an MD in Forensic Medicine, with significant experience as a COVID-19 expert. Since March 2020, he has been actively working with the government civil hospital COVID team, managing emergency cases and overseeing quarantine and isolation protocols. He has played a key role in supporting COVID-19 patients through structured treatment guidance and diet protocols, contributing to effective patient care during the pandemic.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sneha Kannan is a skilled Dental Surgeon with expertise in providing general dental care, including scaling, fillings, and preventive treatments. She does oral surgery procedures such as extractions and minor surgical interventions. She does procedures in restorative dentistry, including crowns, bridges, and dentures. She is an expert in doing endodontic treatments such as root canal therapy. She is well-versed in doing procedures in cosmetic dentistry, including teeth whitening and smile correction. She can provide pediatric dental care for children’s oral health and preventive treatments. She promotes oral hygiene awareness and preventive dental practices.  

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Facial Dark Marks Companion

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Dark marks on the face can be caused by various factors. Understanding these can help you manage them effectively.

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Dietary
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Freckles
Aging

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sugandh Garg is a qualified medical professional with an MBBS degree and an MD in Forensic Medicine, with significant experience as a COVID-19 expert. Since March 2020, he has been actively working with the government civil hospital COVID team, managing emergency cases and overseeing quarantine and isolation protocols. He has played a key role in supporting COVID-19 patients through structured treatment guidance and diet protocols, contributing to effective patient care during the pandemic.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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