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Hyper Pigmented Scars; am I Going in the Right Direction for Treatment? (photo)

Hello Doctors, Over 15 years, due to dermatillomania, I scratched my wounds and created skin deep hyperpigmented scars. I'm under a scar removal treatment and my doctor is doing Total Hair Removal + 6 chemicals peels (alternatively) on my legs. After 5 chem peels and 4 sessions of hair removal, I could see only 40 result. My doctor suggests that after 3 months or so if this doesn't work, she might perform CO2 laser on my legs. Do you think I'm going in the right direction? Please check the pics

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1 Doctor Answer | Asked by Nishtha
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Lightening creams will help quicken the process

Based on your photos, there seems to have been an improvement in pigmentation. Also, there are fresh excoriations in your before image, so I am guessing you are on some treatment for dermatotillomania as well. You may consider checking with your doctor about adding hydroquinone based lightening creams between treatments, if you are taking a break after the 6th peel. Also, since the excoriations seem fresh, going by your before photos, giving the skin some time to heal while you use some... more

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