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Does tretinoin help hyperpigmentation? if so, how long before results are noticeable?

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Dr. Mohammad Khan answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Not really: hyper pigmentation is usually not affected by medications

Dr Ferdowsi and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/22/2014

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