Vivek Singh Vivek Singh Asked 9 months ago

Can psoriasis cause dark spots?

After my psoriasis patches clear up, they often leave behind dark spots on my skin that take ages to fade. It's quite noticeable and makes me self-conscious. Is it common for psoriasis to cause these dark spots?

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Neha Sharma Neha Sharma Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago
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Oh my god, yes, I got so scared when my patches healed and left dark marks, I thought it was some new skin disease! I kept searching online and got super anxious. But it turns out it is normal for the skin to change color after the inflammation goes down, so please don't worry too much.

Divya Joshi Divya Joshi Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

In my experience, after the active red psoriasis patches started healing and flattening out, they left behind dark grayish-brown spots on my skin. My doctor told me this is called post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. It took several months, but they slowly faded on their own.

Ramesh Chawla Ramesh Chawla Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Yes, those dark spots are common after the patches clear. Instead of buying expensive whitening creams, just keep the area well moisturized with simple coconut oil or aloe vera gel. Also, try to avoid direct sunlight on those spots as sun exposure can make them darker.

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Satish Gujral Satish Gujral Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

My doctor explained that any skin inflammation can leave hyperpigmentation behind once it resolves. Just like managing my blood pressure requires a steady routine, healing these skin spots takes patience and protecting the skin from harsh sun. Do mention it during your next regular checkup.

Preeti Rajput Preeti Rajput Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Haan, jab patches theek hote hain toh kaale nishan chhod jaate hain na. Mere hands pe bhi aise spots ho gaye the. Tension mat lo, dheere dheere light ho jaate hain, bas skin ko dry mat hone do.

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K. R. Nair K. R. Nair Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Don't lose sleep over those dark spots, my friend. I have lived with psoriasis for thirty years, and every time a flare-up heals, it leaves dark or light marks behind. They are just battle scars of the skin and they eventually fade away with time and regular moisturizing.

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