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A member asked:

My progesterone level is extremely low. i want to know if a high estrogen level in my case can lead to skin darkening that is temporary?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Not likely : Estrogen and Progesterone levels have nothing to do with skin tone.

Dr Higginbotham and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/30/2014

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