Dark knee | treatment | dermatologist

Dark knee

▪️Dark knees are a common complaint. Slight difference in colour between knees and legs are normal. If they are visibly darker then you can use some creams to lighten

▪️Causes
➡️Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation
➡️Thickening of skin
➡️Friction
➡️Psoriasis or eczema
➡️Acanthosis nigricans
➡️Obesity
➡️Constitutional

▪️Things to avoid
❌Tight clothing
❌Physical scrubs
❌Harsh home remedies like baking soda

▪️How to treat
✅Exfoliation once a week : apply the peeling solution over knees for 10 minutes and wash it off with plain water. Apply a moisturiser over or