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Can using red light therapy with HRT cause dark spots on the skin?

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kdrealselfAug 1, 2019

I use hormone replacement therapy compounded in a cream. I have read hrt users may get dark spots may worsen with red light therapy. I have been using a red light therapy bed to lighten dark spots on my legs and arms. I think more dark spots are emerging. Can this be caused by the red light therapy?

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Dr. Lillian Schapiro, MD
Dr. Lillian Schapiro, MD
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