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The problem is that the skin in the waist and knee regions of my body is darker than the rest of the skin of my body. I'm decently fair but skin over waist and knee region is pretty dark. How do I change its complexion to that of the rest of my body?

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Apply lumacip cream for few months Avoid wearing tight clothing ...  Read More

I have dark spots on my back side of neck, thighs and waist, darker skin in under arms. previous skin doctor told it could be because of insulin resistivity.

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Ya..It's acanthosis nigricans.. Contact me for proper diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

I have gotta dark patch in waist groin and below pelvic what is the reason behind it can it be treated pls help

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Hello since when Ur having this problem Is there any itching. This most commonly occurs after inadequate Treatment of fungal infection. ...  Read More

I am living nearby Darjeeling. recently I went on leave to hometown nashik for few days after coming back I noticed dark patches around my waist area and under the arms. please advise.

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Fungal infection or Ring worm.. when occurs in groin, called as jock itch.. Usually fungal infection is common in moist areas of body like skin folds..It's mostly circular or round in appearance.. May ...  Read More

I am facing skin dark patches and itching around waist and upper thyes. Pls suggest some medications or any remedies

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You may be suffering from tinea cruris which is fungal infection of the inner thighs and buttocks area. It can be treated by taking four to six weeks of anti fungal treatment which includes tablets al ...  Read More

Hi doctor My name is Kiran, i have suffering this problem (black skin around waist) my skin around my waist is changing to black from past two month. I wnt why plz can u explain and give suggestion. With Regards, Kiran

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Thanks for the query. Black spots could mean many things.This presentation can be seen with many skin diseases. The best option is to consult a Dermatologist in person to understand the problem and ge ...  Read More

I have a large skin rash on my waist This appeared long time ago maybe from 20 years as one large spot, the color between red and brown Sometimes getting lighter and sometimes darker Recently it changed to two separate rashes patches, with darker inner part as black I feel tired all the time and I noticed once it’s lighter and sometimes semi dis

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Probably fungus infection..Fungal infection.. Also called jock itch, when occurs in groin.. Usually fungal infection is common in moist areas of body like skin folds..It's mostly circular or round in ...  Read More

Hello My age is 26.my problem is that i have dark skin under arm pit,knees,around waist and around eyes.Also my face is dark wheatish color.it looks very dull even though i wash my face thrice a day.my skin is oily.what is the remedy

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My skin color is dark on some of the parts like underams, fold legs, inner thighs, waist side. Can you please suggest me some medicine to clear all my skin.

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Fungal infection.. Also called jock itch, when occurs in groin.. Usually fungal infection is common in moist areas of body like skin folds..It's mostly circular or round in appearance.. May be red or ...  Read More

I've been getting dark brown spots on my neck and waist since past 3 weeks....cpuld you please. Suggest me as what it actually means. I do not have any itching or bloating by them...

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It is difficult to diagnose based on this description. It may be fungal infection called tinea versicolour. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis a ...  Read More

Sagging and darker skin suddenly please can u suggest me what should I do what kind of product I use

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Without seeing, can't suggest. Please share a picture and relevant details via online consultation ...  Read More

I had a year long case of skin fungal infection last year and nd still have breakouts now and then when my sweating increases due to hyperhidrosis. My main affected parts were the groin region and region between scrotum and anus. Even though the issue has subsided considerably, now I have got dark/grey skin patches on the affected parts. I have a

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Moisturise well Kindly do direct online consultation with relevant photographs for specific medications and detailed discussion regarding your concerns ...  Read More

My skin is getting darker and dry. Please suggest any cream or face wash to make my skin glow and brighter. I am takin some medicine for epilepsy.

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Undergo glutathione therapy.. otherwise few creams also available...for detailed prescription do direct online consultation by sending photos. ...  Read More

My mom had dark circles from past few years,she never tried using anything.one year back she had gone through operation her uterus has been removed due to fibroids(laparoscopic).now she is completely good. But she gained some weight,and her skin had become dark and dull,she doesn't have dry skin but she says that her skin feels itchy especially aro

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It can be cleared...Undergo glutathione therapy.. otherwise few creams also available...for detailed prescription do direct online consultation by sending photos. ...  Read More

After shifting to new place I don't know why I got severe itching problem everywhere and due to itching my skin got dark patches , dark spots . What cream or medicine should we use to treat this spot . This same problem is with my father and my sister . I can see dark spots and small balls filled with water in hands and legs . What to do. Any treat

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Don't worry...you are suffering from allergic dermatitis causing the itching... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for det ...  Read More

My skin is has turned dark due to tanning and too much oily. Any treatment to get fairer & less oily skin and de tanning of skin

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Yes.. possible.. Undergo glutathione therapy.. otherwise few creams also available...for detailed prescription do direct online consultation by sending photos. ...  Read More

Skin is becoming darker day by day. Like my inner body is fair but those parts which are exposed to outside is becoming darker. Specially my face is becoming darker. Am using ahaglow s foming facewash with biotique advance tan removal scrub once a week.

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Undergo glutathione therapy.. otherwise few creams also available...for detailed prescription do direct online consultation ...  Read More

I have some dark spots on my nose from last couple of months, earlier there was no such spots. My skin is always oily and rough.

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Pigmentation or darkness of the skin can be because of many causes. Suntan, being overweight that is sedentary lifestyle, some pigmentation disorders like acanthosis nigricans for melasma, nutritional ...  Read More

Hi My underarms are very dark how can I lighten what treatment or ointments are available? One more question can we apply coconut oil as moisturizer does this can lead to the dark sceeen,?

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Depending on how dark they are u can use certain creams or even go for LASER .. coconut oil can be used as a moisturiser but you should use one according to ur skin type and along with agents that add ...  Read More

I been getting itchy skin for sometime and when the skin heals the spot gets really dark.. first i got it in the right palm and now its everywhere where i have skin folds like under arms..under breast..on my c section scar..like where there is more sweating and now the skin is getting darker in alll these areas. Pls help..as i cannot visit a doctor

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Don't worry...you are suffering from Fungus growth causing this spot... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed ...  Read More

After i shifted to new place my skin started getting darker And dull its not jus face but whole body.. either i am home or go out i apply my sunscreen everyday Can anyone suggest any in clinic treatmnt for this

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Undergo glutathione therapy.. otherwise few creams also available...for detailed prescription do direct online consultation by sending photos. ...  Read More

Getting more darkness in skin on few areas and feels it's gradually increasing. Would need advice on how to make this reduce.

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You have to consult a dermatologist in person or a video consultation.. so that proper treatment can be advised ...  Read More

Does consuming perfectil tablet makes the skin darker??? What is the benefit of perfectil on skin?..

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It's just a multivitamin and there's no harm in taking it. It will improve your general health ...  Read More

Does any facial fairness cream has opposite effect evenwhen we stop using it My face getting dark more dark after stop using fairness cream Plz suggests me any herbal cream for fairness of skin

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No cream, herbal or otherwise can make you "fair". You should get yourself properly examined Consult online for proper evaluation and treatment ...  Read More

My facial skin getting dark and dull day by day and my facial colour getting very changed How can I get fair my skin Does any fairness cream help me Plz suggests me any cream or home remedy

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Pigmentation or darkness of the skin can be because of many causes. Suntan, being overweight that is sedentary lifestyle, some pigmentation disorders like acanthosis nigricans for melasma, nutritional ...  Read More

Respected sir /madam I have a new born baby girl of 2month age, after early 2days a pin pointed dark Red skin at forehead which is growing countinously big size approx 8-10mm and having protruding type and rush type. Plz provide me a genuine ans. What is this ?

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Hello sir/ madam.. I am apoorva here...my feet has darken maybe due to exercise pressure. I had applied medicine before but cannot see any effect...can u help me with that..why is that darkness on my feet..how do i remove that darkness l..will it spead..Is it due to anything else or is it due to exercise..what medicine should i apply..and how long

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No..more specific Medicine required.. for detailed prescription do direct online consultation ...  Read More

I do marketing job and hence I have to travel in field outside. Hence my skin color has got dark. I have tried some basic sunscreen lotion. Please suggest me some better technique/medicine to gain back my fair color.

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For best results, share a picture. Consult online for proper treatment ...  Read More

Sir/mam ,I am having extremely oily and Dark skin after I had chickenpox in Jan. this year. It doesn't matter whether its hot or cold, my skin vomits oil everytime. Tried various skincare routine but none helped. What can be the reason behind it? How can I get rid of it completely? Please help!

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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing this oiliness... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for ...  Read More

Red spots on skin and dark patches on skin red skin it happened all of a sudden and did not took any madications

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Need detailed history and evaluation ...  Read More

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