Abstract
Background: Melasma is an acquired increased pigmentation of the skin, characterized by gray-brown symmetrical patches, mostly in the sun-exposed areas of the skin.
Methods: The present study was carried out in the department of dermatology in a teaching institute. A total of 60 patients were enrolled for the study over a period of one year.
Results: In those who were treated with GA peeling; 15 % had excellent response, 35 % had good response, 40% had fair response and only 10% had poor response. Out of total 20 patients treated with SA peeling 10% had excellent response, 15% had good response, 45% had fair response and 30% had poor response. In response with micro-dermabrasion no patient had excellent response while good response was seen in 20%, fair response in 40% and poor response in another 40% patients.
Conclusion: All three agents were effective and safe in Indian patients, with Glycolic Acid Peel being better effect on melasma patients.
Keywords: Therapeutic, Melasma, Pregnancy.
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Akshy Kumar
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DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v6i5.82
