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Name: Haley
Question:
I had a child in october of last year and before I had him I had noticed some spots on my neck (blotches) they were just darker than my skin. Never iching or bothering me unless people kept asking what is wrong with me. Now that I had my son and I had merina (IUD) inserted into me the spots on neck are spreading so I researched it and the only thing I could come up with is melasma. Would an IUD cause that to occur. Cause what I read said that melasma it caused by pregnancy or contraceptives. Would you please help me narrow this down. Haley
Answer:
The blotches are due to increased melanin in the skin and can be caused by pregnancy or the IUD which contains synthetic progesterone. For treatment, you need to consult with a dermatologist. Phillip Warner, M.D. Power Surge Medical Consultant To schedule a personal consultation, call Dr. Warner at: 530.749.8511 Read more about natural, bio-identical hormones Information provided by Dr. Warner is general in nature and should not be construed as a substitute for a visit to and examination by your own personal physician. Please read our disclaimer.