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Welcome to the Dermatology forum! This forum is for questions regarding Dermatology issues, such as: skin rashes, acne, birthmarks, skin infections, and general skin care.

Alan Rockoff, M.D.
Alan Rockoff, M.D.
Dermatologist
Private Practice

birthmark on penis

Forum: The Dermatology Forum
Topic: Birthmarks

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calvin68
3/30/2004
.hi! I've discolorization on my penis by birth. Half of my penis is light brown while the rest is in my skin tone. It is a birthmark, not anything else for sure.. Is there any way to balance the color to my original skin tone on the penis? I appreciate if you can help me with this problem.
Derm-M.D.-ASR
3/30/2004
calvin68You can't really add color. What is theoretically possible is to remove the color you have to make the skin one-toned. You should consult a dermatologist about using a cream called hydroquinone (especially monobenzyl ether of hydroquinone.) The best doctor to ask would be someone experienced in treating vitiligo--try an academic medical center, if there's one in striking distance. The treatment can be lengthy and sometimes irritating, so you need to ask yourself whether it's worth it before you start.

Best.

Dr. Rockoff

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