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Falkirk, UK

I have been steadily losing pigmentation on my skin, its only related to my face area but its noticeable as i have naturally dark skin. I was wondering has anybody else experienced this?.

May 8, 2018
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Members responded to someone noticing pigmentation loss on their face, with several sharing similar experiences including vitiligo (white... Read more

Members responded to someone noticing pigmentation loss on their face, with several sharing similar experiences including vitiligo (white spots from pigment loss) and hyperpigmentation (darker patches that look like dirty skin, especially on the neck). Several members described practical strategies including using sunscreen religiously due to medication sensitivities, wearing foundation to even out skin tone for special occasions, and consulting dermatologists or GPs for proper diagnosis and treatment options. A recurring theme was the connection between skin changes and fibromyalgia, autoimmune conditions like psoriatic arthritis, vitamin deficiencies, and certain topical medications like steroid creams.

A MyFibroTeam Member

@ @A MyFibroTeam Member
I'm with you on this one. I get this too. White spots that have lost their natural pigmentation and some of them look like white scars

May 9, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I always wear a ton of sun screen, that might be why I don't notice any major changes! And being one three different medications that make you hyper sensitive to the the sun, is another reason I got through a lot of sunscreen!

May 8, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

Hi Rick no I've not experienced this. You should go and ask your GP to send you to the skin specialist. They should be able to help or give you advice. Wish you well x take care ๐Ÿ’œ

May 8, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

My skin is so pale, I don't think a white spot would even show up. LOL. I haven't heard about this from anyone else, but it could possibly be caused from the fibro or meds. I would check with your dr. to see what they say. Please let us know if you find out anything, it's an interesting question.

May 8, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

Well thats the thing nobody in my family has had it, one side dark skinned highland scots the other pale skinned irish, no history on either side of fibro or vitaligo or hormone disorders. Its got me stumped.

May 11, 2018

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