Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Diseases

Marwa Abdallah

Publications

• Review Article
  Melasma, Novel Treatment Modalities
  Author(s): Marwa AbdallahMarwa Abdallah
  
  Treatment of melasma remains challenging due to frequent relapses and the occurrence of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) following many interventions. Treatment goals are inhibition of melanin synthesis and transfer by sunscreens, sun avoidance and the use of bleaching agents on one hand and removal of already present pigment by peeling, lasers and light on the other hand. Triple combination creams (TCC) (also known as Kligman’s formula utilizing hydroquinone and modifications of Kligman’s formula) remain the mainstay of treatment. Newer bleaching agents derived from plants and synthetic compounds have been introduced and many of them are promising safe substitutes for hydroquinone. Peeling agents especially superficial and medium depth peels are effective treatment modalities for melasma. Newer peeling agents are less irritating and may thus lead to fewer side ef.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2376-0427.1000126

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