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Pigmentation

| January 16, 2009 | 18 Comments

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Pigmentation  The True Cure with Homeopathy

pigmentation also called as melasma or chloasma, facial pigmentation is characterized by brownish blotchy discoloration on the face that usually develops over a period of time. The pigmentation is due to the overproduction of the melanin (pigment that gives color to our skin) by the pigment cells called as melanocytes. Although melasma is a simple disorder and does not have any severe medical implication on the body but it can cause a severe cosmetic concern.

This at times leads to a psychological stress for the patient. Homeopathy medicines provide an effective and a safe alternative to get rid of this unwanted discoloration.

Pigmentation affects the forehead ,cheeks, upper lips and across the bridge of the nose and is characterized by dark skin-colored discoloration. This discolorations can occur in small patches called as macules (they look like freckles) or may occur in large dark brown colored patches. Occasionally it can extend to neck and upper arms. The incident of melasma is much more in women than men. Only one in twenty affected, is a male. Pigmentation usually starts between the ages of late twenties and forty. People with light brown skin complexion and who are living in conditions where the sun exposure is high, have a high susceptibility to develop it.

pigmentation (Melasma) is usually of two types the epidermal or the dermal melasma. Epidermal melasma is a result of pigmentation in superficial layers of the skin- has a well defined border, is darker in color and responds very fast to homeopathic treatment. The dermal melasma which is a result of pigmentation in the deeper layers of the skin- has ill defined borders, is light in color and responds slow even to homeopathic treatments.

Pigmentation or Melasma occurs due to excess of pigments produced by melanocytes (pigment producing cells).This overproduction is stimulated by the female hormones when the skin is exposed to the sun. Genetic factors play a very strong role in the development of melasma. More than 30% of patients have a family history of melasma. Development of melasma during and after pregnancy is a very common feature; people with thyroid problems tend to develop melasma. Females on contraceptive pills and also during menopause are at a high risk of developing a melasma. Melasma can also be triggered by stress and by allergic reactions to certain cosmetics and medications.

Chronic or strong exposure to sun may precipitate discoloration and also worsen it. This is usually very difficult for the patient to realize, as the development of the melasma is a very slow process.

Homeopathy has a strong edge over the conventional methods used to treat melasma; the treatment of melasma with homeopathy is from inside of the body and is directed at removing the trigger factor which is stimulating the overproduction of pigment in the skin. Homeopathic medicine Sepia stands at the top of the table for treating melasma that is influenced by hormonal disturbances. Sepia acts very fast to treat the epidermal melasma caused by pregnancy. Homeopathic medicine Kali Carb also works wonders in treating post partum melasma. Thuja works for melasma that is induced by overexposure to sun. Dermal melasma’s are also treatable with homeopathy and but usually require a prolonged treatment before any sustainable and appreciable result is achieved.

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  1. Heman says:

    Respected Sir
    As i m 27yrs/M from Nepal, suffering from hyperpigmentation on my face for last 6-7 yrs.n i just want to visit yr clinic.can i register my name by a phone so that it would be easier for me when i be their.desperately need help
    heman

  2. mini says:

    can i use thuja for pigmentation?and how to use it?

  3. Qaadirah says:

    Hi I’m 40 & suffers with pigmentation & agree that mine cld stem from exposure to the sun as I live in a landlocked province & our temperatures are very hot during summer.My concern though is that mine cld also be due to hormonal changes & the effects of a fibriod growth in the womb.Pls advise if my problem is dermal or what.Need help desperately & urgent.Thanks

  4. Phan ha says:

    How much to treat the pigmentation, I have it when I pregnant the second child for 7 years now. I already see many doctors and do the many treatments and spent a lot of money, now I quit because my face look darker and my husband mad with me.

  5. Renu Garg says:

    i am suffering from pigmentation since last 11 years after my pregnancy. i have dark brown patches on my nose and forehead, back and both arms. what should i do. please suggest me appropriate and effective treatment for pigmentation in homeopathy.

  6. ranu halder says:

    i have deep pigmentation like lichen planus in face and two armes and back.now iam very suffring from this .my age is 35.please tell me some homeopathy remedy

  7. savitaasegal says:

    for the past 4 years iam suffering from pigmentation on face neck forearms.after getting biopsy done it was digonosed due to LPP.from the net i came to know lppis controllable not curable.at present am taking depsone,applying ointments prescribed by dermatologist.i am also taking med from dr batra homeopath.but not of much use.i am extremely depressed as my skin used to be an example.i am 57.please please help and must reply.Thanks and regards

  8. desi says:

    hi I’m m/23 I have hyper pigmentation since 6 – 7 yrs on ma left shoulder. now it’s stretching across my neck and hands. it’s so hyper that the hair’s growth is way higher that the right shoulder. please help me. I don’t know what to do. I’m really stressed and depressed. looking forward for your reply.

  9. nisha........ says:

    hey…m 20 yrs havin hyper pigmentation…m dusky color now i just want 2 get rid of dis………….wid out any side effect………..plz help m

  10. ayesha says:

    i have dark marks on my upper lip & neck.
    I am 45 years old & worried about it spreading
    i had a hysterectomy 10 mnths ago. I stil have my ovaries please help

  11. Anshu says:

    Hello sir,i am fm j nd k.my comple. is fair, age 23yrs nd i have pigmentation on my entire face like 3 spots by the side of my right eye on my cheeks,side of my lips.tried lot of medicine bt no results..wat to do

  12. Lila Upton says:

    Dear Dr Sharm
    My name is Lila, Iam 5o year old and I suffer from pigmitation on both side of my cheek bone which is so dark, size of a 20c coins. and its starting fo spread every where. Iam so depressed, and I need help. I did try a cream my skin spec.. recommended, but didn’t work Please help!

  13. kiran says:

    Since last 4-5 years my breast size is shrinking. I had normal size.
    My mother has similar problem, she also suffered from atrophy.
    If possible, Kindly suggest me homeopathy remedy for this or give me guide line.
    Hyper pigmentation is also another problem with me. I had very fair complexion, when I was pregnant first something slight over pigmentation shown on my face, specially on forehead and cheeks & chin but afterbirth of my children it is dark, similarly shown as in your website.
    Kindly help me.
    Best regards.
    Kiran

  14. DIANA says:

    HELLO MY NAME IS DIANA i been having this pigmentation on my face like ten years already tried all the creams they suggest me to use and none work i get so stressed out with this problem in my face cant get rid of it im tired of having this on my face i get dressesd and my face dont help me i get embarresed already of this pigmentation problem can u please help me get rid of these patches on my face.

  15. sandhya rani says:

    i,m 29 years old and having pigmentation on my cheeks . some one said its a symtoms of difficiency of iron. so should i need to take iron tablet. sometimes i feel allergy upon it darker when i m in sunlight. so please suggest wat to do.

  16. natasha says:

    hi im 29 years old and have been suffering from pigmentation for over 7 years now, it statred when in was 22 years old and got worse with my first pregnancy, and now with my second. i have tried lot of creams and non seems to work, i have been to a dermatology but that also doesnt seem to help. it looks like it gets worse everyday, please assist, i have it on my forehead,nose, below the nose and both my cheeks

  17. bhagyashree says:

    hii i m 24 yrs old and suffering from pigmentation on my nose over 3 years.i have tried a lot of medicines but none seems to work.i just want to get rid of this,plz suggest me some homeo medicines

  18. Savita Saini says:

    Dear Dr. Sharma,

    please my help
    meri age 32 hai mere face per 2-3 years se pigmentation hai . kafi treatment kiya koi phayada nhi. please mujhe guides kar.