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I Have Dark Scars All over my Body from Pityriasis Rosea, How Can I Whiten Them
asked 1 year ago by xian2011 in Manhattan, NY
Latest answer by Laurie Jacobson, MD
Question viewed 819 times
Tags: skin
I have dark scars all over my body especially on my front chest to tummy from pityriasis rosea.(almost like chicken pox but like hundreds of all size dark brown spots. I am Asian and have brown skin. How can I get rid of these nasty scars.
3 answers to I Have Dark Scars All over my Body from Pityriasis Rosea, How Can I Whiten Them
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Probably will fade but if not, there is help
It probably depends on how long ago you had the initial rash and how long it's been gone. Typically, having what's called post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation will eventually resolve (pigment that results from having a rash and the spots that remain) and is not unusual, especially in Asian skin. However, if it's been more than a few months, treatment options include prescription strength bleaching creams or even laser treatments (Fraxel Dual would be my first...
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Laurie Jacobson, MD
Seattle Dermatologist
Seattle Dermatologist
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Reactive pigmentation in Asians
Inflammation from dermatologic, traumatic, or infectious causes can be unsightly and disturbing. With time, much of the visible pigmentation will fade over 6 to 12 months. However, I commonly see patients with intractable and long standing pigmentation that will not clear. Look at underlying causes that may continue to stimulate inflammation and try to resolve the issue before seeking whitening by chemical or laser treatments. Do not jump at quick fix treatments,...
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Randy Wong, MD
Honolulu Plastic Surgeon
Honolulu Plastic Surgeon
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Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation
It sounds as if you are describing a post inflammatory reaction to whatever affected your skin. in this case you are attributing it to Pityriasis Rosea. I have never seen scars from this condition but suppose it is possible. Either way, not much to do but wait as it typically normalizes with time but also you should see a dermatologist to see if bleaching creams are an option.
