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I have what looks like a zit on my shoulder, but it has a dark circle around it. is this ringworm?
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Hyperpigmentation: Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (pih) is a frequently encountered problem and represents the sequelae of various cutaneous disorders as well as therapeutic interventions. This acquired excess of pigment can be attributed to various disease processes that affect the skin such as infections, acne and others.
Answered 9/5/2012
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I have acne on my forehead and shoulder especially around cycle it become more , the problem that they leave dark spots after heal?
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