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Suggest Treatment For Dark Spots On Armpit

Hi. I used a shaving gel about a monthago on my armpits shortly after a dark circles that were purpleish red began to appear. They itched and later the itching went away but dark blackish spots remained and got bigger. I thought it would go away but hasn t. Will itgo away or should I go get it checked?
Wed, 15 Jul 2020
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Dermatologist 's  Response
Hi,

You seem to have developed post inflammatory hyper-pigmentation. You need to go for depigmenting cream to lighten the spots. I would recommend you to consult a doctor for the same.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, Dermatologist
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Suggest Treatment For Dark Spots On Armpit

Hi, You seem to have developed post inflammatory hyper-pigmentation. You need to go for depigmenting cream to lighten the spots. I would recommend you to consult a doctor for the same. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, Dermatologist