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2017-05-09 04:27:31
Mosquito bites,Scratching and ended up as Dark spots on Hand and legs.I have applied many medicines but these marks are not going.I am not able to wear Skirts or shorts.These spots are like Chicken pox.I want a solution to it
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You have what is known as PIH or post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Sunscreen and sunprotection- this forms the absolute cornerstone of management. You need to be on this for the duration of any treatment .Chemical peels such as glycolic acid can help. You will need 4-7 treatments over the next few months The best treatment is a combination of the above.
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