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Consultation: Hyperpigmentation

Hyperpigmentation, like any other skin condition, can lower the sufferer’s self confidence. Dr Pixie McKenna talks to a patient whose social life has been placed on hold because of this Embarrassing Illness, and recommends a course of laser treatment and lotion to enable her to stay out clubbing with her mates all night long…

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hi i had a baby about 8 months ago and since then ive got a dark patch on my upper lip ive been to see a doctor and he said he would prescribe something for me if i find out what its called as he doesnt know of anything so please could you help and suggest a cream i can go back to him for as its really embarrassing and even make up isnt disguising it thanks

Posted on 18 Nov 2011 13:02 by bev
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Hi ive been experiencing the same thing primarily on my forehead is there any way i can treat it myself it is quite depressing just to get my skin back to the same colour like it used to be

Posted on 9 Nov 2011 12:04 by matt
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Same with the others above I have skin figmentation both side of my cheeks and lately also notice at the top of my eyebrows both side, smaller ones not too obvious but for my cheeks is the worst. Again in one episode of your show was a man with same problem can you e-mail me pls. of what cream he used because it did work for him ! . And no reason it wouldn'e work for myself, Thank You !!!!!.

Posted on 7 Nov 2011 05:12 by M.
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I have noticed that over the past year or so my skin has become extremely darker than the rest of my body. I have been often asked if I have been abroad in the hot sun. I was diagnosed with Melasma by my dermatologist and had test for allegies to creams carried out. It proved successful in the sense that I discovered that I was allegic to a number of the products I was using and have since stopped using them. However my facial condition does not seem to improve and I wonder now what other avenue to venture down for a cure as I am totally two-toned.

Posted on 18 Oct 2011 15:01 by Deanne
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i too have hyper pigmentaton prob, have to wear a lot of make up,sun cream, and always wear a hat when i go out, what else can i do

Posted on 10 Oct 2011 06:51 by barbie
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I have hyper pigmentation on my face, this started 7yrs ago after the birth of my daughter. It has got better, it was really bad, but I still have it and will not wear no make up. It is depressing me & I have spent lots of money trying creams that don't work. Has anyone used anything that actually does work. Please help as I can't stand this any longer, my confidence has taken a big knock from this. I am getting desperate.

Posted on 11 Sep 2011 18:24 by Jo
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I have been noticing skin changes on my cheeks,nostril and eyebrows.These areas are brown and although I have been microdermabrasing my face for many months,I am unable to make these areas lighter.Can you please recommend a topical cream to help my marks.I am Asian West Indian and would appreciate your help.

Asked on 3 Sep 2011 16:01 by Angela
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I recently just watched Embarrassing Bodies episode and it showed a man with the hyperpigmentation problem on his face is very similar to what I am suffering from. I would really like to know what cream was given to him and whether I am able to get this cream and how. My condition is very bad and concerning as it is affecting my self esteem. Any help you can give would be greatly appreciated.

Posted on 7 Aug 2011 04:44 by Marie
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hi I had hair remove laser treatment two year ago and it has left me with Hyperpigmentation on the forehead. I have use so many cream but nothing is help me. CAN YOU PLEASE TELL ME WHAT CREAM I CAN USE THAT WILL HELP ME

Posted on 26 May 2011 21:48 by NAZ
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please can you tell me suitable cream or medication for hyperpigmentation on my upper lip Thanks

Posted on 26 May 2011 18:04 by lee
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