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Was prescribed elidel 2x a day for hypo from lasers. skin developed dark discoloration where elidel was applied. derm said negative under woods lamp for hyperpigmentation and that elidel stained the skin. will this go away?

Q: was prescribed elidel 2x a day for hypo from lasers. skin developed dark discoloration where elidel was applied. derm said negative under woods lamp for hyperpigmentation and that elidel stained the skin. will this go away?

: Yes since it was used for a brief period

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Yes since it was used for a brief period

Answered 9/21/2023

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A member asked:

Was prescribed elidel 2x a day for hypo from lasers. skin developed dark discoloration where elidel was applied. derm said negative under woods lamp for hyperpigmentation and that elidel stained the skin. will this go away?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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