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How Do I Get Rid Of Chicken Pox Scars?

Hello Doctor,
How do i get rid of chicken pox scars on my nose and fore head? they are slightly pitted and pigmented. Moreover they are 18 years old scars. I am 28 years old. Is there any scar cream or gel that could be used to lessen their appearance. i dont mind using the scar cream for a long time to see effects.

Thanks,
ram
Wed, 30 Apr 2014
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Hi

I completely understand your concern and I hope I am able to help you for the same.
Since these are dark scars, I would advice that you use some kind of a lightening agent like kojic acid and vitamin c combination over the scar.
This is a simple, harmless lightening agent which can be used for as long the blackish pigmentation is there.
Also ,try not to touch the area too much.
Use proper sunscreen (spf>26) before going out in the sun so that the lesions doesn't darken any further.

Take a diet rich in vitamin C and antioxidants like Citrus fruits and lots of salads 



Hope it helps
Best wishes for a speedy recovery
Dr Geetika Paul
MD( Dermatology)
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How Do I Get Rid Of Chicken Pox Scars?

Hi I completely understand your concern and I hope I am able to help you for the same. Since these are dark scars, I would advice that you use some kind of a lightening agent like kojic acid and vitamin c combination over the scar. This is a simple, harmless lightening agent which can be used for as long the blackish pigmentation is there. Also ,try not to touch the area too much. Use proper sunscreen (spf 26) before going out in the sun so that the lesions doesn t darken any further. Take a diet rich in vitamin C and antioxidants like Citrus fruits and lots of salads  Hope it helps Best wishes for a speedy recovery Dr Geetika Paul MD( Dermatology)