Can my Premarin be causing my melasma?

August 21, 2017
Asked By:Kshiplov01 in Bloomington, IL

I had a complete hysterectomy at the age of 30. Because of my age my doctor told me I needed to take hormone replacement therapy. I have been on Premarin 1.25mg for the past 7 years. About two years ago I noticed brown spots on my forehead and upper lip. My PS told me it was Melasma and prescribed Hydroquinone 4% and Retin A. I was wondering if I should revisit the use of Premarin or at least decrease the dosage? If the Melasma is hormone related will it go away with discontinuing the Premarin?

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