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I have seborrheic dermatitis, treated with triamcinolone ketaconozole cream, hypopigmentation is visible. how do i regain tone of skin (light brown)?

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Dr. Pavel Conovalciuc answered

Time: With time, your skin may regain its initial look, although, in some cases this doesn't happen.

Answered 7/14/2017

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Dr. Jeffrey Hick answered

Strong steroid: Triamcinolone is a strong corticosteroid to be treating anything on the face. I would try decreasing to a less potent steroid and moisturizing the area frequently.

Answered 10/18/2014

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A member asked:

I have seborrheic dermatitis, treated with triamcinolone ketaconozole cream, hypopigmentation is visible. how do i regain tone of skin (light brown)?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Pavel Conovalciuc answered

Dr. Jeffrey Hick answered

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