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Nothing seems to be working for post accutane PIH hyperpigmentation - suggestions? (Photos)

I have done accutane course and now I rarely get new acne. The issue is the remaining PIH on back and chest which is making me anxious almost everyday. I am having hard time accepting myself with these flaws. I have visited many dermats. Done 12 sitting of TCA peel for 12 months. 3 sittings of Full q switch nanoseconds lasr treatment on back and chest. Applied ga-6 glycolic acid for months. I feel nothing is working and nothing gonna work. If there is anyone who treated this PIH fully here. Please help. 30M

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