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Low ferritin

2021-10-08 16:44:57
I wanted to know can iron deficiency cause darker skin tone especially on face. Cuz i was really fair but now my face is 3-4 shades darker. I'm attaching my ferritin level reports. Deficient report and normal report both. Pls help
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No problem..it can be improved...Undergo glutathione therapy.. otherwise few creams also available...for detailed prescription do direct online consultation by sending photos.

Answered2021-10-09 02:24:01

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