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Pigmentation

Pigmentation is the number of melanin pigments present in the skin, which determines the skin color. Pigmentation disorder can result in light or dark patches on the skin. The common pigmentation disorders are birthmarks, hemangiomas, albinism, vitiligo, and melasma.

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Can you give a second opinion for my skin pigmentation?

Query: Hi doctor, I am seeking a second opinion on an issue. Recently, a doctor at a skin cancer clinic observed my hands and arms and noticed sunspots on my hands. I have something similar on my right inner forearm. In the past, I have noticed a spot growing adjacent to this. Another, dermatologist felt t...  Read Full »


Dr. Rakesh Kumar Bahunuthula

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Blotchy pigmentation is a common problem noticed in patients above 50 years of age. Sensitive skin predisposes more to such pigmentary changes. Your clinical images are suggestive of macular seborrheic keratosis or solar lentigo, both of which are benign. Although, comm...  Read Full »

Recommend a natural skin whitening cream, please.

Query: Hello doctor, I would like to make a personal skin lightening cream for myself that is 100% natural and contains ingredients such as potatoes, lemon, aloe vera, turmeric. I would like a further make it extremely potent and strong and other natural ingredients to be added. I need your expertise on th...  Read Full »


Dr. Stuti Khare Shukla

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understood you are skeptical using some chemicals on your skin. So for you, I can very confidently suggest Crystal Tomato skin clarity cream (depigmentation cream), which is almost chemical-free and made from botanicals. It has been clinically proven to be effectiv...  Read Full »

I have pigmentation on my face. Will UniWhite cream work?

Query: Hello doctor, I used Panderm NM. After I left using it, I got scars and pigmentation on my face. Now, I am using UniWhite Cream for pigmentation. Will this work? Should I use something else? Can you suggest something without steroids and Hydroquonine and without any side effects?  Read Full »


Dr. Ashwini. V. Swamy

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Panderm NM (Clobetasol Topical, Miconazole Topical, and Neomycin Topical) cream is the most harmful cream when applied to the face. It has steroids. The steroid causes thinning of the skin, pimples, visible blood vessels, increased hair growth, secondary bacterial ski...  Read Full »

Why am I having red spots after cleaning penis?

Query: Hello doctor, I had smegma since 1.5 years which resulted into balanitis (that is what I think as per symptoms like difficulties in pulling foreskin, cuts, pain, rash swelling, etc.) and recently I applied Candid cream (non steroidal) twice a day for 10 days and smegma seems to be gone and also bal...  Read Full »


Dr. Saurabh Subhash Pandya

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Can you tell me if there is any burning, pain, discharge, itching or difficulty in passing urine? Are you able to retract your foreskin up completely? Is there history of sexual exposure? Are you married? When we rub on penis head or foreskin, it can become red as the ski...  Read Full »

What is the cause for itchy red spots in the hard and soft palate?

Query: Hello doctor, Recently, I noticed red spots in my hard and soft palate. At times, especially after eating spicy food and in the early morning, I find the entire area itchy, and I tend to scratch it unknowingly during the night. I am concerned if it is a serious issue that needs a physical evaluation...  Read Full »


Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for briefing the concern. I am unable to open the attached image. Could you please resend it? Once I look at it, I will be able to guide you better.   Read Full »

What are the remedies for uneven skin tone?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 18 years old boy. I am having very uneven skin tone on my cheeks somewhere it is dark and somewhere it is white. It started about one year ago. What can I do now any remedies or diet or treatment? Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Rabia Anjum

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, you have pigmentation problem along with mild acne. I will suggest you to start with topical Clindamycin lotion over the pimple area morning and evening and a topical retinoid at night time by mixing it in cold cream. Wash your face with a mild soap. Retinoid at...  Read Full »

How to manage acne dark spots on my back, upper arm, and chest?

Query: Hi doctor,Because of body acne, I have a lot of dark spots on my back, upper arms, and chest region. I have been using a dark spot corrector with little results. I was wondering if there was a treatment that could help fade all my dark pigmentation instantly or quickly. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. Use mild skin care products well formulated to eliminate the spots left behind the acne. 2. Use a BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acid) exfoliant daily. 3. Alpha hydroxy acids (Glycolic or Lactic Acid) can help fade uneven skin tone. 4. Use a broad-spectrum (SPF 30) sunscree...  Read Full »

How do I get rid of the dark pigmentation on my face?

Query: Hello doctor,I have pigmentation on my face and I got it after my delivery and now it is almost three years and still I have it on my face. I am currently using Melanorm - f. It was effective, but when I stopped using it, my pigmentation returned and my skin looked dark. Please suggest.Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Sandhya Narayanan Kutty

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the details provided from your end and I do understand your concern. The concern you are facing is Melasma. Melasma is a pigmentation that is formed on the face mostly on both cheeks or even the forehead and temples due to sudden hormonal fluctua...  Read Full »

Why am I having hive like rash on my hand only?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 25 years old female with no other symptoms. I had this hive like rash appear on the top of my right hand only. Has not spread, just gotten a deeper red color. Has some scab like areas I think because I scratched it at first. Does not itch anymore. Have not used any new products or...  Read Full »


Dr. Shanza Ikram

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your case. In my opinion, you have got an allergic reaction to something like it could be an insect bite or it could be some reaction to wild plants or weeds. It is good that you have used Hydrocortisone and I will recommend you to use it for another...  Read Full »

My face became darker with acne breakouts. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, Three years back, I used a skin lightening cream for a few months. After discontinuing the cream, my face became much darker with acne breakouts. Even after three years, I face a dark, dull face and occasional acne breakouts. Please suggest some medications to get rid of this.  Read Full »


Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I suggest the following 1. Apply Acnesol gel (Clindamycin and Nicotinamide) at night for 15 days. 2. Wash your face with D Acne soap (Salicylic acid and Clindamycin) for 15 days. Attach a clinical picture for ass...  Read Full »

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