Question 1

what causes hyperpigmentation?

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Skin darkening: Unfortunately there are many types of hyperpigmentation, so the answer is difficult. Post-inflammatory (after a rash or injury) types are common, but there are also endocrine (hormonal), syndromic (genetic), and metabolic or disease associated types. This is, however, a very brief list. More information would help.

Question 2

how is hyperpigmentation treated?

Accepted Answer

Avoid sun, peels, ++: There are a variety of techniques to address hyperpigmentation with avoidance bing the best approach using sunblocks. Certain hormone therapies or oral contraceptives may predispose vulnerable individuals. Minimizing inflammation is also key to preventing hyperpigmentation.

Question 3

any home remedies for hyperpigmentation?

Accepted Answer

Sunscreen, Retinols: In treating hyperpigmentation, it is extremely important to minimize sun exposure through sun protection and sunscreen. Products containing retinols may help to even pigmentation. There are a number of prescription medicines that help reduce excess pigment. A newer product called elure contains lignin peroxidase a natural chemical found in trees that bleaches the color of tree bark.

Question 4

what causes hyperpigmentation in children?

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Inflammation: Any rash can inflame the basal layer of skin where the pigment cells are and cause the pigment to drop into the dermis causing hyperpigmentation. This will resolve with time but can be diminished with prescription creams.

Question 5

what are the symptoms of hyperpigmentation?

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Dark spots: Hyperpigmentation refers to areas of skin that appear to be darker than the patients normal skin color. Hyperpigmentation is usually a brown or black color.

Question 6

how do symptoms of hyperpigmentation begin?

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Following irritation: The body forms increased amounts of pigment from a variety of mechanisms.  Some are hormonal like melasma or related to endocrine diseases like adrenal gland dysfunction or liver disease.  Other causes are side effects from medications or genetic diseases.  Most of what we see clinically is caused by sun damage.

Question 7

how can i get help for my hyperpigmentation?

Accepted Answer

Go away dark spots: Hyperpigmentation may be caused by chronic inflammation.  I al ways imagine that any time there is inflamm, the melanocytes (pigment cells) flock to the area thinking there is a party going on and just dont leave. I like rx  hydroquinone and retinoids plus sunscreen.  Sunscreen and hats are the most important thing.  I love obagi nuderm for this and there are botanicals too but don't work as well.

Question 8

what can you tell me about hyperpigmentation?

Accepted Answer

It's hard to beat: Usually worse after pregnancy and his hormone-related-markedly exacerbated by the sun, can be to some extent prevented by long-term tretinoin use-can be improved with hydroquinone.

Question 9

when do people begin getting hyperpigmentation?

Accepted Answer

Depends on cause: If you are speaking of the common melasma that so many women get, it usually begins in teenage years or early adulthood associated with hormones and sun exposure.  We see if frequently begin with birth control pills or pregnancy.

Question 10

could you please help me clear my hyperpigmentation?

Accepted Answer

Dark Spot Treatment: First of all, there are several causes for dark spots. Dark spots caused from skin injury, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, can be treated with the following:
- hydroquinone 2% (available without a prescription) to 8% (prescription only)
- tretinoin (retin a), which works best in conjunction with hydroquinone
- Azelaic Acid (azelex)- used in pregnant woman as an alternative to hydroquinone.

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