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00:00 Welcome back to Pinoy MD and we will welcome again our dermatologist of the town, Dr. Jean Marquez.
00:07 Here she is, Doctor, with the questions that our viewers have sent in regarding their health.
00:16 And for our first question, she had second degree burns last New Year.
00:21 Our heart has asked the doctor to examine her, but after just one round, it became very dry.
00:28 Her question is, is it possible to return to her skin?
00:32 That question is from Bonnie Villarante.
00:35 Alright, those second degree burns are actually the ones in the dermal layer or the second layer of our skin.
00:43 It's a bit deeper because first it's epidermis, then dermis.
00:46 And it usually looks like it's blistering, it's watery.
00:50 When it's bleeding, it can leave some hyperpigmentation or blackness, or it can leave sometimes contractures or scars that are a bit hollow.
01:04 Or it can leave a hypertrophic scar or keloid when it's deeper.
01:09 So it actually depends on the depth of the burn and the severity of the burn.
01:16 We have to know what the scar looks like. If it's just black, we can still make it white.
01:21 But if it's contractures or if it's a hypertrophic scar, we can improve it, but it won't return to a normal skin.
01:33 So if it's just pigmentation or redness, it can be improved.
01:39 And now, there are a lot of lasers and treatments that can be done, a lot of injections that can be done to improve the appearance of scars.
01:49 And usually, it's a combination treatment.
01:51 It's combined with laser together with growth factors or PRP or exosomes.
01:59 Or sometimes, it's called microneedling when it's contractures or hypertrophic scars.
02:07 That's where the lasers enter.
02:09 For pigmentation, it can be with pimples, whiteners, and whitening lasers.
02:16 And for our second question, from April Jane Laguitao,
02:20 "What is the origin of the pigmentation that grows and returns? What can we do to cure it?"
02:28 Alright, if your pigmentation is recurrent, you need to know if there are other people in your household who also have pigmentation.
02:37 Because later, it might get better and you'll be able to touch it again.
02:41 So if it's returning, it could be because your immune system is down.
02:48 So if your immune system is down, it's not good to get infected with any other infection.
02:55 Third, it could also be because your medication is insufficient or you haven't been given the right medication.
03:02 Or if you've already been given antibiotics, you might have resistance to these medications.
03:12 It's not coming to you.
03:14 That's what's called MRSA or Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus.
03:20 Because usually, the cause of that pigmentation is a staphylococcus aureus bacteria.
03:25 And some of it, especially if it's recurrent, that's what's called a possible MRSA.
03:31 So MRSAs are resistant to a particular kind of antibiotic like Methicillin or what's called beta-lactams.
03:39 So you might need to go to a doctor to really examine and give you a different kind of antibiotic.
03:46 And of course, proper hygiene is also important.
03:50 Because you might share personal belongings like clothes, towels, etc.
03:58 So proper hygiene is also very important.
04:01 Here's the next question, Doctor.
04:04 What is the cause of dark spots on the lips or lips?
04:08 This is from Mohana Leigh Salvador Gaco.
04:11 Mohana, do you know about the dark spots on the lips?
04:13 Sometimes, it's genetic. Other people have darker lips.
04:18 And of course, it also depends on the race.
04:21 Sometimes, there are other races whose lips are darker.
04:26 Second, it could be also because of your cosmetic products.
04:30 Maybe you're using lipsticks that have drying properties like too much alcohol content or fragrance.
04:39 Or sometimes, you're reacting to the color or the dye of the lipstick.
04:44 Especially the so-called long-wearing lipsticks.
04:47 It dries the lips too much and it can later on cause darkening of the lips.
04:52 Another thing is that you might be taking medicines.
04:57 You know, the medicines that are given to acne medications like doxycycline and tetracycline.
05:03 This can actually make you more prone to photosensitivity or to the effects of the sun and it can darken your lips.
05:10 And of course, there are medical conditions that can actually darken the lips like iron deficiency anemia or diabetes.
05:19 Or you might be a smoker. That's what happens most often.
05:24 If you're a smoker, naturally, your lips will get pigmented because of the chemicals from the tobacco.
05:34 So, let's know what is causing it.
05:36 And how can we treat it?
05:38 Well, we can do it with pigmented lasers.
05:42 If you can't afford pigment lasers, you can moisturize your lips first.
05:47 Moisturize and sunscreen your lips.
05:50 And also assess your skincare because later on, your skincare might be too drying on the face.
05:55 If your face is already dry, your lips will dry more quickly.
06:00 And lastly, what can she do for those who have acne that is coming from their face,
06:06 or from their neck, from May, completed?
06:10 May, you might be improperly treated.
06:13 Your acne is not enough.
06:16 Maybe later on, it's just that simple.
06:19 Or maybe later on, you have hormonal problems.
06:22 You have PCOS.
06:24 You have polycystic ovarian syndrome.
06:27 So, you should consult an OB.
06:29 If you're getting fat, your neck is itching,
06:33 you will have other symptoms like pimples or PCOS aside from acne.
06:38 Or maybe later on, you're getting pimples.
06:42 And your medications are also not enough.
06:45 There are so many causes of pimples.
06:47 And of course, foods that can be inflammatory.
06:51 Daily sweets, maybe you're addicted to milkshakes, milk tea.
06:58 So, there are many possible causes of acne.
07:04 So, better yet, go to a dermatologist to give you the right medicine for you.
07:11 Thank you, Dr. Jean, as always for answering and guiding our questions.
07:15 From our hearts.
07:17 And of course, our viewers, keep your questions coming.
07:21 Because of course, in our next episodes, we might be able to read them.
07:26 So, for now, stay tuned to Pinoy MD.
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