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Solar Lentigo (Liver spots- Sun induced freckles)

What is it?

A dark (hyperpigmented) lesion caused by natural or artificial ultraviolet (UV) light.

  • It  may be single or multiple.
  • It is most often seen on the face, neck, forearms and occasionally the lower legs or on sun exposed areas.

Cause

  • Sun exposure (U.V light)
  • Those who burn easily and/or easily tan

Symptoms

  • Slow growing patches to approx 2 cm in diameter?
  • Well-defined, light brown to black, flat spots?
  • No changes to spots have occured?

Nail changes:

Complications /Information to beware of/General tips:

This condition can lead to:

  • Skin cancer (see your Medical Doctor, if there are any skin changes)

General tips

This condition may show similar symptoms to:

Please talk to your healthcare professional (i.e. Medical Doctor/Pharmacist) for further advice

Detailed Information

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