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How to get rid of black stain from skin, after using birth control?i heared hormones cause pigments on skin,

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Dr. Ali Khazaei answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Not always...: Birth controls usually does not cause any skin discolorations. You may have them because of your pregnancy. But if they does not disappear after delivery of the baby you can consult a dermatologist for medical or laser treatment.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 4/6/2015

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