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I am noticing darkening of skin below lower lip for last one year it is now very much visible. Kindly suggest me reason and treatment.

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Hello, we sell few best cosmetic brands for darkening. You need vit C plus some anti pigment creams. It is reversible ...  Read More

I've been suffering from swollen legs for more than 1 year. My right leg is swollen with darkened skin

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Take Ayurveda medications providing all details in private chat to overcome this swollen leg problem. Avoid overeating of salty spicy diet curd fermented food etc. Correct your diet and lifestyle also ...  Read More

I have darkened skin in my upper and lower elbow joints of both hands and Dark spots on my shoulders

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It can be because of constant rubbing. Have you used anything for that. You can use keratolytics like salycylic acid or urea available at 10% , 20%. Use it you will get a benefit. ...  Read More

I am facing skin darkening at the lower back. Not sure how it happened, maybe sweat. What is the cure for this problem?

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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

My skin is getting darkening & Thinning of skin on legs & hands & unwanted hairs on face since last 3 years

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Hi, greetings. Hair in unwanted places like - the face - constitutes hirsuitism. The common cause of this is PCOS apart from hereditary and idiopathic causes. The following will help you. 1. See a qua ...  Read More

I m taking medication for MDR TB which is causing skin darkening. Is there anything that i can do to reduce the skin darkening. Please help.

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Use dermadew caloe lotion twice daily, along with the following medicine.... Please send photos of the affected part for accurate diagnosis, detailed information regarding disease and prescription f ...  Read More

I have darkening on my legs and I have stretch marks on my calves and I have formed tiny bumps which I can’t figure out what they are. Is there anything to alleviate the darkening and return it to my normal color.

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There is skin roughness darkening and consequently itchiness that causes scratches and scab. It's occuring on lower legs near ankles and arms . The issue is for past 10 years. She has diabetes type 2 with pre meals level at 170.

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Kindly consult online for proper treatment. Keep diabetes under control. ...  Read More

I have skin darkening in my neckpls suggest me a good lotion or treatment to it for faster response .

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This description sounds like acanthosis nigricans. This is a condition where your skin​ folds like underarms, inner thighs or groin, neck and face becomes dark. It is either genetic or due to se ...  Read More

I am taking MDR TB medication which is causing skin darkening. Is there anyway that i can reduce that. Please advice.

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Outdoor activities make our skin tan. The only option is to wear protective full sleeves clothing and cover as much as possible. Usage of a cap or hat and umbrella is encouraged. Skin already tanned c ...  Read More

Does hiv causes skin darkening within a year without treatmnt please answrr this it will be helpful

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If you have had sexual contact with unknown person please contact me using online consult option for proper advice ...  Read More

I have been experiencing itching in three areas: under my arms (armpits), the back side of my foot, and on my leg. The itching is sometimes very intense and sometimes mild or not present. In these areas, the skin has become dark/blackish in color. The itching comes and goes, but the skin discoloration remains. There is no constant pain, but the itc

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From the description, it looks like you are suffering from chronic itch leading to thickening and darkening of the skin in that area. ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I had a total thyroidectomy 8 years ago and I’m currently taking Thyronorm 150 mcg and 125 mcg on alternate days. I am also taking calcium tablets. My recent reports show TSH 23.39 with low T4, hemoglobin 10.7, calcium 7.3, and vitamin D 27. I have face puffiness, dull/anemic skin tone, hair fall, acne, and pigmentation. My skin

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Kindly consult online for proper treatment and guidance ...  Read More

Pain at lower legs and whole hands from top to bottom Myself diabetic patient Knees and elbows are paning

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Diabetic since when , controlled or not , on medication or not ? Could be due to Diabetic neuropathy & if so you will be benefited with methyl cobalamine tabs Go for NCV / EMG of Peripheral nerv ...  Read More

I have melamet cream for longer period of time of this time I got dark patches on my skin I am to scared is it curable

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melamet cream contain hydroquinone it should not be use beyond 8 weeks unless advised by your dermatologist because it itself causes pigmentation if used long time need proper history and clear photo ...  Read More

My all over body skin getting dark without any sun burn or tanning issue .. My body always feel warm . I am also facing a lot of hair lose which is clearly showing on scalp . I am already under the dr. Consultant for hair treatment but there is no eff5

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The dullness of the face can be caused by various factors, including lifestyle choices, environmental factors, and underlying health conditions. Here are some possible causes and suggestions to help i ...  Read More

Hi, I am facing an issue with scanty periods. I used to have full 5 day cycle but now first two days flow is okay but much less on 3-4 day. Also I have extreme hairfall. There is some darkening on the face T zone especially. I started taking hem pushpa it helped with the flow on day 1 and 2 but 3-4 is still scanty and hair fall not coming under con

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Hi doctor, I am having darker inner thighs and underarms.. I have harmonal imbalance.. I got ringworm and now it is controlled.. And my weight is also slightly high.. I am doing workout and took medicine for the above... Still the dark Ness is remained.. Suggest any cream or serum for reducing darkening

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Specific medication is available for treatment of your skin condition.. Connect online for proper advice and detailed prescription. ...  Read More

Hi ,suddenly my foot gets darker I don't why,am scaring whether it's skin related issue or liver related issue.please clear me I have attached my foot image

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

My skin is darkening after iron infusion. Is it permanent? If not then how will my skin be back to normal?

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I'm 34 weeks pregnant and I have been seeing my skin getting darker day by day. Face, neck, hands etc.. Does it go away on its own after delivery?

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Apply any good moisturizer morning and night take vitt tab daily ...  Read More

I spent today whole in sun near beach. My skin has become considerably dark. I read in internet some damage due to sun is reversible some is not. Please tell me if this darkening will reverse or not.

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I am having skin darkness around my neck area in pregnancy. Does it go away on its own?

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I had jock itch a long time ago. After it got cured, the skin area which was affected became darker. I thought it would go away, but it remains as it is.

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Apply urea based creams to the area and chemical peels might help ...  Read More

I have PCOS since 2016 and i don't have any ongoing treatment yet. I'm trying lifestyle changes to help the situation. My main symptoms are the excessive hair on my face and scanty periods. The hair growth is thick and is majorly on the sides and under chin. There are ingrown hair in the under-chin area since a very long time and darkening of that

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Can I use raw papaya for my skin directly..??does it darken my skin or dry my skin..? I am worried if it will darken my skin...Suggest something which can lighten my skin without any darkening side effects..

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

My lower back hurts and the pain goes to right leg also.its been a month but the pain is still there. What can i do

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Take adequAte bed rest. lying flat in most of time even though the pain is not subsiding take mri ...  Read More

Hi i am 29 years old from Delhi my skin tone is wheatish but in winters my hands get black literally black and feet got lot of wrinkles and darkness but my face and body get unaffected remain wheatish...any skin care products or medicine you suggest for hand and feet ( i use dove and Vaseline)

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Apply moisturizer twice ...  Read More

Lower portion of left leg sallowen with reddish tight skin. Already on medication for stroke.kindly suggest

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I am having severe pain in my lower leg , ankle joint. I applied move spray but it didn't help. What could be the reason.

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Is there any injury? Pain in any part of ankle or entire ankle? ...  Read More

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