What should I do about dark spots left by flat warts on my face?

May 11, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I developed numerous flat warts on my face before the Spring Festival, and they recurred repeatedly before finally resolving. Now, dark spots remain on my face—what should I do?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
“Black flat warts on the face” refers to flat warts appearing as dark or black lesions on the facial skin. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation—dark spots left behind after resolution of black flat warts—may result from melanin deposition and subsequent pigmentary changes. Under medical guidance, oral acyclovir tablets may be prescribed, and topical vitamin E ointment can be applied to the affected areas to help alleviate hyperpigmentation. It is recommended to drink plenty of warm water, which supports the body’s natural detoxification processes. Fresh vegetables and fruits are not only rich in vitamin C but also promote skin metabolism, thereby facilitating the fading of dark spots.