Question 1

how can i get rid of skin discoloration on neck, chest, torso, and back?

Accepted Answer

Skin discoloration : There are both over the counter and prescription formula creams that can get rid of skin discoloration. See your physician to determine which is the correct one for you.

Question 2

dark circles on skin, not risen. just skin discoloration. on upper back, neck, and groin region.

Accepted Answer

? Hyperpigmentation: Darkened skin, for several reasons, post infection/ inflammation, side effect of creams ointments, side effect of a drug, (photosensitivity), etc.. See a dermatologist for better management, best wishes

Question 3

i'm noticing red circular blotches on the side of my neck. no other side effects other than skin discoloration. what could it be?

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Various - see a doc: Could be anything from a skin fungus, to an irregular blood vessel formation, to a skin symptom of a systemic illness (auto-immune, viral, etc.) to a medication reaction. Even if it doesn't hurt or itch, a new unusual mark on the skin should be examined by a doctor.

Question 4

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 5

can you tell me how to rid of  skin discoloration?

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Many options : Brown discolorations can be treated with topical bleaching agents, procedures such as laser, IPL, chemical acid peel, microdermabrasion. Laser and IPL can also help with red or purple discolorations.

Question 6

what can be used against skin discoloration on chest?

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Hyperpigmentation?: Like most dermatologic conditions, the best way we dermatologists make this diagnosis is to look at the patient. This coloration can be due to any thing from irritation of skin to medications you're taking and other factors. They are plethoric. My best advice is to see a dermatologist and ask.

Question 7

how can i make skin discoloration from a fungus disappear?

Accepted Answer

Cure fungus: First the fungus must be gone otherwise you will not be able to decrese the color. Once the fungus is eradicated peeling creams can slowly remove discoloration that resulted from the bodys reaction to the infection.

Question 8

what are some possible causes of skin discoloration in the chest?

Accepted Answer

Fungus or Vitiligo: There are various causes of pigment disturbance of the chest.  Tinea verisicolor may cause pink, brown, or white plaques.  Vitiligo is an autoimmune disease in which the skin turns white due to a loss of pigment.

Question 9

why has skin discoloration lasted nearly a year due to the lipodissolve?

Accepted Answer

Side effect: Liopodissolve treatment solution uses phosphatidylcholine to dissolve fat deposits. The solution also contains other ingredients that may lead to the discoloration. The fda issued a warning in 2010  to medical spas that administer lipodissolve, stating that the drugs used in these treatments have not been proven safe or effective.

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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