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I have melasma on my face which i've had for about four years. it developed it when i was on the contraceptive pill yasmin (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) and it has not faded. help!

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Dermatologist: Unfortunately, there is not "cure" for the facial "mask" but a Dermatologist may be able to suggest or Rx a remedy that will "lighten" its appearance.

Answered 5/24/2016

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A member asked:

I have melasma on my face which i've had for about four years. it developed it when i was on the contraceptive pill yasmin (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) and it has not faded. help!

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

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