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Hypermelanosis

Hypermelanosis is otherwise known as hyperpigmentation. It is a condition where the patches of the skin become darker than the normal surrounding skin. This condition occurs when there is excess melanin deposition on the skin. It is managed by chemical peeling, laser therapy, dermabrasion, or microdermabrasion.

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Can I use Calamine lotion for hyperpigmentation?

Query: Hi doctor,The forehead portion above my eyes and the portion of my face around my eyes became black around four years ago. Please find the photo of my face attached here. I never took any medicine. For the last four months, I am taking some natural remedies such as turmeric, aloe vera, etc. Please s...  Read Full »


Dr. Sudhir Kumar. N

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and have seen your photographs (attachment removed to protect patient identity). What I have seen is a blackish pigmentation over your forehead and around your eye along with ice pick, rolling and pock-like scars over your cheeks. The blackish ...  Read Full »

What is the dark line across nose bridge?

Query: Hi doctor, I have a line across my nose going horizontally. This is because I used to push my nose up always. Can u suggest some natural remedy to get rid of it?  Read Full »


Dr. Srivastava, Sumit

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You seem to have hypermelanosis. It is mostly seen in chronic running nose due to rhinitis. It occurs due to pushing the nose upper side. I would like to suggest you the following treatment. You may applyTretinoin gel like Retop A gel (0.012%) on the line. Kojic acid and...  Read Full »

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