HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Suggest Treatment For Pigmentation Loss

Hi, my name is Malinda and I was wondering if pigment could be replaced by injection. When I was a child I got into some old rain water and contracted Impetigo and from what I understand that disease made me lose my pigment. I m tired of getting sun burnt and not being able to get tan.
Tue, 7 Apr 2020
Report Abuse
Dermatologist,  's  Response
Hi,

It seems you are probably having post inflammatory hypopigmentaion. Any injury to skin at times cause loss of melanin resulting in white spots. Sometimes, such conditions can progress in to vitiligo. A long term treatment in the form of creams,tablets along with,sun exposure or ultra violet rays can be helpful for pigment gain. Now a days, there is laser called excimer laser and surgical facilities of grafting are also available for early results. A regular visit to a dermatologist will b helpful.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. R.G. Joshi, Dermatologist
I find this answer helpful
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Suggest Treatment For Pigmentation Loss

Hi, It seems you are probably having post inflammatory hypopigmentaion. Any injury to skin at times cause loss of melanin resulting in white spots. Sometimes, such conditions can progress in to vitiligo. A long term treatment in the form of creams,tablets along with,sun exposure or ultra violet rays can be helpful for pigment gain. Now a days, there is laser called excimer laser and surgical facilities of grafting are also available for early results. A regular visit to a dermatologist will b helpful. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. R.G. Joshi, Dermatologist