Will Changing to a Different Pill Help my Melasma?

August 12, 2010
Asked By:MissP in England

I have had malasma for the last 15 months and my doctor thinks it is prob due to the pill i am taking. Will it help if i change the type of pill i am using?

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Answer: Influence of hormones on melasma, including birth control pills

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August 19, 2010

Answer: Will Changing the Brand of Pill Help with Melasma

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Answer: Will Changing the Brand of Pill Help with Melasma

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