Homeopathy and Melasma – A Case Presentation

Summary

Melasma is a frequently encountered disorder of pigmentation that in most cases affects the face. A case of melasma treated successfully with the homeopathic remedies Lycopodium and in remission more than one year after cessation of treatment is presented.

Key words

Melasma - Pigment disorder - Lycopodium

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