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I had a scab on the front of my scalp and it fell off now its just white it looks like a small circle for almost 3 months what should i do to return my pigmentation?

Q: i had a scab on the front of my scalp and it fell off now its just white it looks like a small circle for almost 3 months what should i do to return my pigmentation?

: Pigmentation is generated by melanocytes inside and deep to the skin surface. Covering the site with vitamin E gel or sunscreen can prevent sun injury while the pigment regenerates. There are some newer meds available but likely not worth the investment in time for a small spot that will self resolve over time.

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Pigmentation is generated by melanocytes inside and deep to the skin surface. Covering the site with vitamin E gel or sunscreen can prevent sun injury while the pigment regenerates. There are some newer meds available but likely not worth the investment in time for a small spot that will self resolve over time.

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Answered 5/14/2023

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A member asked:

I had a scab on the front of my scalp and it fell off now its just white it looks like a small circle for almost 3 months what should i do to return my pigmentation?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Mahajan and another doctor agreed

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