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Hyperpigmentation

Hyperpigmentation is when the skin becomes darker than the surrounding skin. The common types of hyperpigmentation are age spots, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), melasma. The treatment options include topical creams (Corticosteroids, Kojic acid, Hydroquinone), laser therapy, chemical peels, and microdermabrasion.

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I am suffering from acne. Please suggest.

Query: Hello doctor,I have been struggling to clear my skin for about three months now. I have never really had bad acne, just a few breakouts here and there, but recently, I broke out and I have been having a hard time dealing with it. I keep breaking out more. I have a combination of oily and dry skin, a...  Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.Pimples are somewhat hormonal and can be exacerbated by oily skin. I suggest you follow the guidelines below:Avoid using hair oil and any sticky cream on your face.Avoid oily food, chocolate, and milk products.Avoid dust and use sunscreen with S...  Read Full »

I have numerous skin issues. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor,I have dehydrated skin, hyperpigmentation, dark skin, whiteheads, and dark roughness around my nose. Please help.Thanks.  Read Full »


Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It appears to be dry skin with skin tanning. Wash your face with a face cleanser twice daily for two months. Use a good SPF (sun protection factor) sunscreen at least 20 minutes before going outdoors for two months. Take the tablet Antoxid-HC...  Read Full »

What are effective ways to address hyperpigmentation in my skin?

Query: Hello doctor, I am an 18-year-old who is concerned about sun damage and exposure. Last year, I took part in activities that demanded me to be outside in the sun for an hour every day for three months. During this period, I wore no sunscreen. Even though I did not notice anything wrong at the time (...  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, even if you have not noticed any immediate signs like peeling or soreness, extended sun exposure without sufficient sun protection then that can have long-term repercussions on your skin. Sun damage can cause premature skin aging, including fine lines, wrinkles, a...  Read Full »

I shaved my head and saw a brown spot cluster or patch on my scalp. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I shaved my head today and saw a cluster of brown spots patch on my scalp. The last time I shaved my head was three months back and I am pretty sure this cluster of spots was formed on my scalp in these last three months which I noticed today. I read a few articles on the internet and ...  Read Full »


Dr. Basti Bharatesh Devendra

Answer: Hello, Thank you for stopping by! I am here to provide expert opinions on your medical issues. I have gone through the photos (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). It is good that you examine every time after shaving your hair. Not all hyperpigmented lesions are melanoma. It ca...  Read Full »

My pregnant wife has hair loss and face pigmentation. What to do?

Query: Hello doctor, The patient is my wife. She is 30. She is seven months pregnant. This is the second pregnancy. She complains of pigmentation points on cheeks and hair loss increased as pregnancy is progressing. Her diet is alright. Endocrine reports are fine. Face pigmentation and hair loss is causing...  Read Full »


Dr. Sushil Kakkar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have noted your concern and I have viewed the images (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I suggest her to use a broad spectrum sunscreen such as Sunstop 30 or Suncros soft sunscreen. Reapply every two to three hours throughout the day. At night, she m...  Read Full »

How can I remove hyperpigmentation from my penis skin?

Query: Hello doctor, Eighteen months ago, I had a reconstructive surgery on my penis to treat penile curvature. Two weeks post operation, hematoma exploded so I got wound breakdown. Skin necrosis ensued and I lost a small part of my penile skin. No graft or flap was used. I now have hyperpigmentation and v...  Read Full »


Dr. Pavan N Murdeshwar

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.It is good that you have explained the condition in full detail and with good quality pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). First of all, the Hydroquinone used over the skin especially over the thin penile skin does have side effects. I advise you no...  Read Full »

What are the black dots on the side of my daughter's tongue?

Query: Hello doctor,My daughter is six years old. About 10 to 11 months back we saw a very very small dark black colored dot on the side of the tongue. But now there are 4 to 5 similar-sized dots around her tongue on both sides. The size has not grown. But it is just that a new location has emerged. Lately...  Read Full »


Dr. Sunil Kumar Kothiwala

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for providing good quality images (attachment removed to protect patient identity). These are hyperpigmented macules. Most of the time these are asymptomatic. The cause can be hereditary or acquired (nutritional or poor hygiene or local trauma-thermal or mechanic...  Read Full »

I have discolored hip patches despite normal tests. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 59-year-old female. I have discolored patches on my hip that just recently developed. Within the last month, I have had CT stomach, routine blood work, X-ray but they all returned normal. I do have chronic stress and I have been constantly losing weight and usually go to pass st...  Read Full »


Dr. Shanza Ikram

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are a number of causes of pigmentation, but you have not provided a picture to look that what type of pigmentation you are having. In my opinion, send a picture or see a doctor physically. Also, inform if other sites are also involved. Causes include drugs, diabet...  Read Full »

I have irregular periods and face hyperpigmentation. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, I am 29 years old female. I have two babies through C-section. I have hyperpigmentation on my face with the irregular menstrual system.  Read Full »


Dr. Kiran Anaparthi

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Hyperpigmentation with irregular cycles mostly follows hyperandrogenism. It may occur due to PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease) and CAH (congenital adrenal hyperplasia). Do you have excess hair growth on the face? And the hair is being coarse, with dark hair? Hyperpigmen...  Read Full »

I have darkened skin due to steroid use. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I have eczema and over the years doctors have provided me a steroid ointment which I have been using. The side effects were darkening of the skin. Wondering if there is a solution since now my skin has become really dark on my face and neck. Also, I have hyper-pigmentation all over my che...  Read Full »


Dr. Sushil Kakkar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have noted your concern and I have viewed the images (attachment removed to protect patient identity).You seem to have acne along with post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) from previously healed acne. Acne is a well-known side effect of steroid creams. So perh...  Read Full »

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