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Melasma and Tranexamic Acid
Melasma is a common condition resulting in hyperpigmentation on the face, particularly on sun-exposed areas. Melasma is a dynamic process involving various factors such as hormones, ultraviolet (UV) exposure, genetic predisposition and certain medications. Melasma can often be challenging to treat, and all patients should use sun protection. Treatment options may include topical creams, chemical…
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Unravelling the relationship between skin and lupus
Adapted from public talk presented at the 2024 UMMC Patient Forum on SLE (1 June 2024) Skin problems in lupus can range from acute cutaneous lupus erythematous (LE) (e.g. malar rash), subacute cutaneous LE (annular or papulosquamous types) to chronic cutaneous LE (e.g. discoid lupus, lupus tumidus, hypertrophic LE, lupus profundus, chillblains lupus and lichenoid…
Dr Kwan Zhenli - Dermatology 