I have noticed dark, blackish pigmentation on my chest, arms, back, and lower portion of the neck, along with some itching. I have been receiving treatment at Batras Clinic for the past 15 months, but I am not seeing fast results. My recent blood report shows that IgE is around 516. Please suggest what I can do to effectively treat this skin problem.

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Dr Hema Pratima

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Elevated IgE suggests allergic skin condition like atopic dermatitis. Treatment includes antihistamines, moisturizers, steroid creams, and avoiding allergens. Long standing pigmentation may take time to fade. Consider a dermatologist if no response in 6 weeks.

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