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Hyperpigmentation

2017-04-04 10:36:01
Hello. During my pregnancy I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. In later pregnancy area around neck and forehead have developed dark patches. Now after one year after delievery also these are not going away. I also have developed these dark brown patches inside of my arms. Are these linked with hypothyroidism? Are they treatable?
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Use tretin cream at night, along with the following medicine.... Please send photos  of the affected part for accurate diagnosis and treatment.. Consult privately or online for detailed information and prescription.

Answered2017-04-05 05:32:27

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