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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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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

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 have very dark neck can you suggest some remedies or something else to whiten the skin please do suggest

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Hello mam,got your concern ,it can be treatable with further evaluation, better healthcare and proper treatment ..For prescription and counselling regarding the same you can consult me through this a ...  Read More

I went to a dermatologist 3 months ago for uneven, dull and dark skin on face(3-4 shades darker then my original complexion, hands and legs too fair) She told me to get S FERRITIN test dine n my iron was very low 7.04 something. She gave me globimax tablets for 3 months. Its done now. I've to get it checked again. but my question is can iron defic

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

In pregnancy I got darkness under neck but post pregnancy still darkness remains. What is the solution for this? How to get rid of dark skin under skin

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Darkness in the neck coukd be due to hormonal and metabolic changes in the body.Please send images and take a consultation to guide you further. ...  Read More

Is there any treatment or creams available to make the pvt.part to be same as body colour. Recent days its becoming very darker and not sure if its a disease. Thanks

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Darker skin in pvt parts could be due to underlying metabolic disorders Kindly consult online with relevant photographs for specific medications ...  Read More

Suggestion for to make fair skin tone also to remove acne and dark spot.lot of dark spot getting on my face and having dark skin so its looking so weird my face ...please suggest me

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Use sunscreens consistently Consult with relevant photographs for customised skin care products and detailed discussion regarding your concerns ...  Read More

I'm observing dark skin like TAN .. does water change will make you dark, I recently changed house .. and in this house borewell water supply is available..!!! If yes then what is the remedy to overcome 😒

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

Hello, my face have some dark spots which may have been caused by acnes. Naturally my skin tone is light. How I can have a clear and fairer face. I would prefer if you can recommend facewash or facemasks. My face skin type is oily so I usually avoid any face cream. Please suggest less and effective medication.

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Firstly please upload pictures. Acne is more on oily skin so try keep your face dry by using appropriate skin regime . ...  Read More

I have a dark and patchy skin around my neck area, little on the both sides, but i am fair in completion. So this is bothering me too much. Any cream or something i can apply to get rid of this?

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No treatment can be suggested without seeing the neck. So kindly share a clear picture via online consultation for accurate diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

Hello Doctors, I stay in Bangalore, but now a days I am in Punjab due to lockdown. Now a days its cold here and temp goes down to 10 degree during night. My skin is oily and I see dark patches and dark shade here in punjab. I guess this is due to weather in Punjab and this winter season is not suiting me much. My skin looks much clear and fair in

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Moisturise well Consult online with relevant photographs for customised skin care products ...  Read More

Having dark spots on the skin from more than 1 year. Dark spots are only in some part of the body like hands neck and upper back. What could be the possible reason

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Avoid sunlight and avoid scratching the area Consult online for specific medications ...  Read More

Over winter my skin goes darker shade. Even though I am fair in skintone. Please suggest what needs to be done. Also my skin is dry suggest a moisturiser which is non sticky and gives an brigher appearance after applying.

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Use a good quality sunscreen every 2 hrs ...  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

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