Question 1

how to treat pigmentation?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist.: You should consult a dermatologist who can treat you for pigmentation.

Question 2

why there is pigmentation on skin with crf?

Accepted Answer

Pigmentation and CRF: The adrenal glands are positioned directly above the kidneys.  As the kidneys are failing, the adrenal glands are also often affected.  As the brain tries to signal for increased adrenal activity you get more adrenocorticotropic hormone (acth), this can cause increased melanocyte stimulating hormone activity causing the increasd pigmentation associated with chronic renal failure.

Question 3

estrogen pills clears up pigmentation, why is this?

Accepted Answer

Estrogen/pigment: After one's 30's , the estrogen produced by the ovaries increases, which makes pre-menstrual syndrome and heavy periods, cramps, etc., increase in severity. If one take low dose oral contraceptives, the ovarian production of estrogen is stopped, and the small amount of estrogen in the pill lowers the contribution to pigmentation.

Question 4

what can i use for pigmentation around my neck area.

Accepted Answer

Topicals or laser: This a common skin challenge and likely melasma which often appears after child birth or other estrogen fluctuation.  Topical lotions containing hydroquinone are the most effective in my experience and are available by prescription from your dermatologist or skin care specialist.  Light based therapies including fractional laser resurfacing can be effective as well.

Question 5

how can i treat deep pigmentation on my 3years old face?

Accepted Answer

Don't do anything: Pigmentation often changes with age.  The dark pigment may or may not be his final color.  Love your child for whatever the appearance.

Question 6

i am having pigmention on my skin.. give some help please?

Accepted Answer

Pigmentation: You will need to give more details such as where is it located, what color is it, did anything seem to precipitate it like a sunburn or a rash, etc. Is it associated with any scale?  There are many internal and external causes of alterations in pigmentation. Most likely you will need to be examined to be able to make a diagnosis.

Question 7

what are the effective ways to reduce/cure sun pigmentation on the face?

Accepted Answer

Sunblock moisturizer: Many people use over-the-counter moisturizers that contain sunscreen. Avoiding exposure to the sun will let skin lighten up. However, one should take extra vitamin d to make up for not getting vitamin d from the sun. Although having tanned skin from sun exposure is not a medical illness, there are a few uncommon hormonal medical conditions that can cause skin darkening.

Question 8

what is the difference between pigmentation and depigmentation ? thank you .

Accepted Answer

De = Removal of: Depigmentation is the removal of the pigmentation that your skin has.

Question 9

can you tell me if i could use aziderm 20% for the hyper-pigmentation marks on my body?

Accepted Answer

No conclusive data: Mostly used for acne, rosacea. Its for use for hyperpigmentation is limited

Question 10

could you please suggest me ay ointments for pigmentation and also is metasone ointment is safe for skin ?

Accepted Answer

Hydroquinone: 4% Hydroquinone is the one we usually prescribed. Tri-Luma cream is the most popular. The efficacy depends individually.
Metasone ointment is a relatively high potent cortisone ointment, not safe for areas above neck, skin folds, genitalia.

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