I've been dealing with lichen planus for around four years now, and the spots it left on my skin have turned really dark. I'm really worried about how they look. Can you suggest any ways to lighten or remove these dark spots?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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5+ Yrs

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-Hi, the dark spots from lichen planus (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation) can take time to fade. Use sunscreen daily, consider creams with ingredients like kojic acid or glycolic acid, and consult a dermatologist for treatments like chemical peels or l

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I'm really concerned because I had an abortion last month on October 13th due to no growth and heartbeat in the baby, and now I'm experiencing severe hair loss. Do you have any advice on what might be causing this or how I can manage it?

Minoxidil 5. for local application ,once daily for 3-6 weeks is advised, tab finasteride 5 mg once daily for 3-6 weeks is advised to the patient.

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I'm experiencing some side effects from using Nadibact, and I'm worried that smoking might make things worse. Could smoking really increase my problems or add to the side effects I'm already dealing with?

Common side effects like redness dryness or itching at the application site.Allergic reactions are rare.If you are facing severe side effects, it's essential to discontinue and consult your dermatologist.Quitting smoking even temporarily, can help your skin heal faster and reduce the severity of any side effects.

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I've got several sebaceous cysts on my scrotum and I'm really worried about them. Is there any way to treat them without surgery? I'd prefer to avoid an operation if possible are there other options that might help shrink or get rid of them?

excision of the cysts is advised to the patient.

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