- male
- 30 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm really concerned about my skin ever since I found out I have Schamberg's disease. These scars or reddish-brown patches that it leaves behind are really troubling me. Is there any effective treatment out there that can actually get rid of them for good? I'd love to know more about what options might be available that can help with these unwanted marks.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
See a specialist for accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment.
Dr. Mubarak Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 25/07/2025
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