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I am experiencing eczema on my cheeks it is fine but it has left a white spot on my face i don't know how to get rid of it .

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Very hard: If the inflammation or scratching caused the pigment loss, it may often become pigmented again gradually. Otherwise there are no great treatment for loss in pigment although UVB-NB treatment may be helpful for some people. Sometimes loss in pigment may signal an autoimmune disorder.

Dr Cremers agreed

Answered 5/13/2017

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A member asked:

I am experiencing eczema on my cheeks it is fine but it has left a white spot on my face i don't know how to get rid of it .

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

Dr Cremers agreed

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