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Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation
Can tretin 0.025 fade this hyperpigmentation on forehead of mine? Photos attached. How many days it can take to fade? This cream was suggested by a dermatologist to me .
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U need sunscreens along with lightening cream....with laser treatment...it will take tym to go..do online private consultation and I will prescribe u treatment
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Not much use....Undergo glutathione therapy.. otherwise few creams also available...for detailed prescription do direct online consultation by sending photos.
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Dr. J Prasad
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Bangalore
You can stop that cream. Better creams which are more safe & effective are available.
Consult online on practo pro for a detailed prescription.
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Use a sunscreen regularly
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Mild face wash adviced
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Dr. Sharmila Nayak
Dermatologist
24 yrs exp
Mumbai
Hi, Tretin is a very effective and medical grade cream to lighten up marks and pigmentation. However you need to follow the instructions and technique of application properly to avoid making the skin sensitive.
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You could get in touch with me incase you need any guidance
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Always use a sunscreen even if you are indoors when you are using tretin cream
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Dr. Rashmi Aderao
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
Pune
Yes. Cream is right. Only precaution to take is to apply moisturizer and sunscreen every day even when indoors.
Apply tretin only at night in a very small quantity
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