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  5. Ive had white patches on my skin for about two weeks now, so I went to the doctor. They recommended Melanocyl ointment, and Ive been using it for a week. But now I have a new issueafter using the ointment, my skin has developed black patches. Is this normal?

Ive had white patches on my skin for about two weeks now, so I went to the doctor. They recommended Melanocyl ointment, and Ive been using it for a week. But now I have a new issueafter using the ointment, my skin has developed black patches. Is this normal?

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Ive had white patches on my skin for about two weeks now, so I went to the doctor. They recommended Melanocyl ointment, and Ive been using it for a week. But now I have a new issueafter using the ointment, my skin has developed black patches. Is this normal?

Stop using Melanocyl ointment immediately and consult your doctor, as the black patches may be a sign of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) or melanin overstimulation, and alternative treatments may be necessary.

Last updated on 18 Dec 2024

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