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Marks And Scars

Dark marks or scars on the skin can be from injury or aging or acne or some other skin condition. The types of scars are keloid scars, contracture scar, hypertrophic scar, and acne scars. The treatment options for skin scars are topical steroids, oral antihistamines, skin grafts, dermabrasion, laser surgery, and steroid injections.

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What should I do to correct dark skin and scars in the face due to Melacare cream?

Query: Hello doctor, I had used Melacare as per doctor's advice for a couple of years, which ruined my face completely. When I stop it, my face becomes completely dark. I had then consulted a new doctor, and he prescribed some Kojic acid composition creams and sunscreens, and nothing worked. I have pigment...  Read Full »


Dr. Yeshwanth Kumar

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your photograph and medications used (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Because of Melacare, your skin has damaged, and it will take some time to return to normal. So keep using sunscreen and do not lose hope. The creams such as Demelan Kojic ...  Read Full »

How can I heal the scar on my face caused by spectacle lens?

Query: Hi doctor, I got a laceration scar on my face by a cut from my spectacle lens. The scar looks bad. Please help me to get rid of this scar entirely as soon as possible. I am using Mupivate and Mupirocin ointment. I am using it for many days. But it does not work.  Read Full »


Dr. Yeshwanth Kumar

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. What is the duration of the scar? Can you please upload a few pictures?   Read Full »

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