How do you know if you have post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation?
Table of Contents
- 1 How do you know if you have post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation?
- 2 How do you speed up post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation?
- 3 How long can post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation Last?
- 4 How long it takes for hyperpigmentation to fade?
- 5 How long does post inflammatory hypopigmentation take to fade?
- 6 How long does skin pigment take to come back?
How do you know if you have post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation?
Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is characterised by flat, tan, brown or black spots on the skin. This condition can occur on any area of the body, including in the mouth, the genital areas and on the nails.
How do you speed up post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation?
Topical treatments for postinflammatory hyperpigmentation
- Hydroquinone.
- Azelaic acid.
- Cysteamine cream.
- Vitamin C cream.
- Tretinoin cream.
- Corticosteroid creams.
- Glycolic acid peels.
- Others: kojic acid, arbutin, licorice extracts, mequinol, niacinamide, N-acetyl glucosamine, soy.
How long can post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation Last?
The good news is PIH will eventually go away, even if left untreated. Since these spots are caused by melanin production, the affected skin will shed like all skin cells. On its own, PIH will generally resolve within two years. With intervention, patients no longer have to wait.
How do I know if my hyperpigmentation is epidermal or dermal?
Epidermal pigmentation is mostly brown and fades out in several months. Dermal pigmentation has a grey-brown colour and is generally permanent for years.
Does post inflammatory hypopigmentation go away?
Post inflammatory hypopigmentation is a temporary problem. As long as the underlying skin problem can be controlled and no new bumps develop, the lighter areas will slowly go away. It is important to realize that this is not a permanent lightening of the skin but it resolves slowly.
How long it takes for hyperpigmentation to fade?
People using treatments for hyperpigmentation acne should be aware that fading can take time. Some spots may fade without treatment, but this can take 6–12 months. Hyperpigmentation acne that is deep in the dermis of the skin can be more difficult to treat and possibly even permanent.
How long does post inflammatory hypopigmentation take to fade?
In most cases it takes many months or possibly even a year to go away completely. Since post inflammatory hypopigmentation is a temporary problem usually no treatment is required. There are certain types of this condition where various creams may help speed the healing period.
How long does skin pigment take to come back?
PIH is harmless and does not need any treatment. The skin heals and returns to its normal colour within six months in most people, but it might sometimes take longer. Treating the causes of skin irritation and inflammation will help prevent PIH from returning.
How do you get rid of post inflammatory hypopigmentation?
Stop any creams or lotions with benzoyl peroxide or strong cortisone. If there are only a few areas and you have no underlying skin problem, no treatment is needed. In mild cases, the skin restores pigment on its own.