Question 1

how can i fix skin discoloration?

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Depends on cause: see a dermatologist to get the diagnosis of what your skin discoloration is from. If it is just sun damage you are talking about start an over the counter retinol at bedtime and add an OTC hydroquinone, but to really know see derm

Question 2

best remedy for sunburn skin discoloration?

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No real tx: As injured skin heals, the body creates inflammation to do so which means fresh blood goes to the area and with it, many kinds of healing factors and cells.  One type is called melanocytes which carry our skin pigment melanin.  A healing occurs, these cells get deposited int he area and give it the brownish coloration you see.  Over time, there will be some fading as the injury matures.

Question 3

what causes skin discoloration in peri anal area?

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Usually normal: The perianal area is normally more pigmented than surrounding skin. Just like nipples.

Question 4

what is the best way to get rid of skin discoloration?

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Determine Cause: Skin discoloration may have many etiologies including local irritation, hormonal imbalance, pregnancy, excessive sun exposure, or drug reaction.  Evaluation by a dermatologist will aid in this determination in order to provide the appropriate treatment.  Reduction of sun exposure and use of a broad spectrum sunscreen will help.

Question 5

what can i do to treat skin discoloration due to eczema?

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Patience: Tincture of time helps as does the use of topical treatments including steroidal and moisturizing products.

Question 6

can you tell me if mederma helps with herpes skin discoloration?

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Probably not.: Mederma is supposed to improve the appearance of scars; I don't know of any evidence that it has an effect, one way or the other, on skin discoloration.

Question 7

what can be used to treat a fungus that causes skin discoloration?

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Antifungal medicine: Fungus infections of the skin usually change the skin color, but after a few to many months, the color should be back to normal. Common "ringworm", jock itch, or athlete's foot rashes are treated with over-the-counter lotriminaf cream. Tinea versicolor rash on the back and chest is treated with selsun blue shampoo. A doctor can check to be sure the rash is fungal, and give details on treatment.

Question 8

my baby 7 month baby has skin discoloration from past 2 months because of em disease. please let me know will it go completely?

Accepted Answer

Depends on type : Erythema multiforme usually goes away within 6 weeks.  It can persist into the chronic form.  It can come and go. Many causes have been identified, and the prognosis is dependent on treating the trigger (infection, immunization, medication). If the cause was a herpes infection, then treating the herpes can get rid of the em and its flare ups.

Question 9

penis skin discoloration. underside of shaft looks light while around looks darker. how can i have a uniform light color all round?

Accepted Answer

Here are some…: Your described  penile discoloration may be just a light form of leukoderma or so-called vitiligo, which poses no harm to health and requires no treatment. In other words, the best choice of care is to leave it alone.  If still in doubt, seek professional evaluation and counseling timely. Your online inquiry hints you're a health-conscious person who wish to live a long happy life. Congratulate!

Question 10

what causes skin discoloration?

Accepted Answer

Sun and Hormones: Skin damage due to sun exposure is one of the main causes of skin discoloration. Also, hormones, like estrogen can cause darkening of the skin, known as melasma. Also, there are some fungal infections that can cause skin discoloration as well.

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