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Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation

2020-05-01 03:10:16
A dermatologist has recommended me to use tretinoin 0.025 for post inflammatory hyperpigmentation and said that it will take 2 weeks to recover. Is it possible to recover in two weeks?
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It will become light....may oray not go totally...it needs to be seen... lightening cream to be added...do online private consultation and I will prescribe u proper treatment

Answered2020-05-01 10:29:54

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It depends on the grade of pigment skin... for detailed information do direct online consultation by sending photos

Answered2020-05-01 10:13:50

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Hi, tretinoin cream helps to lighten up post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. The time frame required to see the results depends on the depth of pigmentation.
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Consultation online with pictures would help me guide you further
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Don’t forget to use sunscreen every day

Answered2020-05-01 08:29:44

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Cannot comment without seeing the pigmentation. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment

Answered2020-05-01 07:08:47

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It may take months to get complete relief from post inflammatory pigmentation
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please consult a dermatologist for best treatment

Answered2020-05-01 06:54:51

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Well to be absolutely honest Nothing is 100% All depends n varies from skin to skin. If you have visited a qualified dermatologist MD DVD DDVL DNB degree then Nothing to be worried Keep regularly visiting him n follow his advice.

Answered2020-05-01 04:58:34

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Not possible , it’s not so easy , if it was so easy everyone iwould be using it

Answered2020-05-01 04:31:18

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Depends on nature of skin and urs metabolic disorders...Take online consultation for latest treatment and precautions

Answered2020-05-01 03:45:56

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May take more time. You can consider other effective creams. Consult online on practo pro for detailed prescription

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Hi...it depends on hyperpigmentation colour...so please consult with photos so it will be good for you..

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