Question 1

how to remove age dark spots?

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Combination Therapy: The best way to remove age spots is combination therapy. This includes using topical prescription creams like tretinoin and hydroquinone. Chemical peels and laser are also very effective. Sun block is also critical. Dermatologists specialize in removing age spots.

Question 2

what causes dark spots on the cheeks?

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Spots: This could be from acne, acanthosis nigricans, melasma. You should see your dermatologist for the correct diagnosis.

Question 3

can i use hydroquine for my dark spots?

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Hydroquinone: Hydroquinone is a skin bleacher it should not be used if you are pregnant, around the eyes nose or lips, can't be used in conjunction with peroxide and before you used any cream like  that we need to know of any meds or herbal supplements you might be taking that could interact with hydroquinone. Always remember to do an allergy test in a non visible area 24 hours before.

Question 4

i got prf 2 mos ago and i am seeing thin waves and semi dark spots. i notice it especially in bright days. thoughts?

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Waves from PRK: I am guessing you put forth a typo and actually had prk.  This modifies the front surface of the eye to correct a need for glasses.  In some cases, there can be visual disturbances from dryness or changes in the contour of the laser treatment.  This should be discussed with your prk surgeon.

Question 5

i need a solution from having a dark spots at the back.most of the back area is coverd with darkness.this is from generations.please suggest remedies?

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Melanocytes: The dark spots on your back are congenital melanocytes. They are also known as mongolian blue spots.They are benign in origin and appear in dark skined people. Udually no therapy is indicated.

Question 6

what are dark spots on chest?

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See a dermatologist: Please see a dermatologist to make sure they are not skin cancers.

Question 7

i have dark spots on my gums, what causes this?

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Melanin: It is common to have pigmentation on the gums. Melanin is responsible for pigmentation.

Question 8

small dark spots on chest a lot of them?

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Depends: Not clear on your question nor timing of the "spots."  most brown spots on the chest are from sun damage and form over time.  Others are harmless age spots.  Some are actually dark purple blood vessel growths, which are also harmless.  Occasionally, some rashes can look like dark spots.  If you are worried or if they are sudden onset they should be looked at by your doctor or a dermatologist.

Question 9

how can i reduce dark spots on the face ?

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Many options: There are many options including using topical creams such as bleaching creams (hydroquinone, kojic acid, elure), microdermabrasion, glycolic acid peels, salicylic acid peels, chemical peels, lasers (noninvasive lasers such as ktp laser work the best with least side-effects, ruby, alexandrite, nd:yag lasers), invasive lasers (co2, erbium, fractional co2, fraxel), ipl (intense pulsed light).

Question 10

what causes dark spots in your visual field?

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Floaters: It depends on what condition you have.  Most of the time this occurs as you age.  The vitrous in your eye shrinks and can sometimes detach from the retina.  If the back part of the vitrous falls into your line of sight you may see spots or even spider webs

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