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Ointment that can be used to reduce hypermelanin pigment spots in my skin?

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Hyroquinone: But you must see a dr for a prescription and be under a doctors care. The over the counter creams are really a waste of your money. A dermatologist would know but lots of primary care docs can helptoo. Call and ask one first if you go that way.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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