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Melasma on cheeks and upper lip
I'm suffering from melasma since 6 years now and it has only grown more and more prominent over time. Looking for Non-aggressive economical treatment options that are effective for long term.
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Dr. Manoj Agarwala
Dermatologist
16 yrs exp
Raipur
Melasma can have a strong relation to one's internal health and it needs to be evaluated as often quoted - Skin is the mirror of internal health. Attempting treatment without understanding the pathology will be futile and make the course longer. Your dermatologist will decide a treatment plan for you after a consultation which probably will include a retinol based night cream and a vitamin C based lotion.
Sun protection is mandatory and will require usage of Sunscreens. You may benefit from usage of a laser device i.e. Q- switched Nd YAG laser but that is in addition to the main treatment. Internal health needs to be fixed based on blood chemistry reports
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