Dark spots on the skin, also known as hyperpigmentation, aren’t usually a health concern, but many people choose to remove them for cosmetic reasons. These spots occur when there’s an overproduction of melanin, the pigment that gives color to your skin, eyes, and hair.
Dark spots, sometimes called age spots or sunspots, can vary in size and number from person to person. This article will explore what causes these dark spots, how to treat them with dermatological procedures or home remedies, and how to prevent them.
Symptoms
The color of dark spots can vary depending on a person’s skin tone, ranging from light to dark brown or even gray-brown, depending on the cause.
These spots also differ in size and can appear anywhere on the body. Age spots, often found in areas with frequent sun exposure, like the back of the hands, face (forehead, upper lip, chin), back, and shoulders, are one common cause. Dark spots from post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation are typically seen on the cheeks. A healthcare professional can help determine the cause of your dark spots, no matter where they are.
In people with darker skin, these spots usually fade within 6 to 12 months once the cause is removed. However, deeper spots can take years to fade and may look blue, gray, or much darker than the person’s natural skin color.
Causes
Here are some common causes of dark spots:
Sun Damage Dark spots, also known as sunspots, solar lentigines, or liver spots, can appear on your skin after being in the sun or using tanning beds. Spots usually show up on areas that get a lot of sun, like your face, hands, and arms.
- Sun Damage
Dark spots, also known as sunspots, solar lentigines, or liver spots, can appear on your skin after being in the sun or using tanning beds. Spots usually show up on areas that get a lot of sun, like your face, hands, and arms. - Hormonal Changes
Melasma is a skin condition that causes small patches of skin discoloration. It’s more common in women and pregnant people, especially during their reproductive years. - Side Effects of Medication
Some medications can cause dark spots on your skin. These include:
– Anti-inflammatories (like NSAIDs)
– Chemotherapy drugs
– Antimalarial drugs
– Anticonvulsants - Dark spots can appear after skin inflammation. This inflammation can be caused by:
– Eczema
– Psoriasis
– Skin injuries
– Acne - Healing of Wounds
Dark spots can stay on your skin after an insect bite, burn, or cut heals. They usually fade over time. - Irritation
Skin or hair products can irritate your skin and cause dark patches to appear. - Diabetes
– Diabetic Dermopathy: Brown or red patches or lines on the shins.
– Acanthosis Nigricans: Dark, velvety patches of skin.
– Necrobiosis Lipoidica: Raised bumps that are yellow, red, or brown, which can become hard and swollen.
– Eruptive Xanthomatosis: Itchy, tender reddish-yellow bumps, often found on the hands, buttocks, feet, legs, and arms. - Skin Cancer
Sometimes, a new dark spot might be a sign of cancer. Look out for these features, which could suggest melanoma:
– The spot is uneven in shape.
– The edges are jagged, blurry, or notched.
– The color is irregular.
– The spot is larger than a quarter inch.
– The spot changes in color or size.
How to get rid of dark spots
Dark spots usually don’t need treatment, but some people want to get rid of them for cosmetic reasons. A dermatologist can suggest creams or procedures to lighten or remove dark spots. Procedures are more expensive and might have side effects, but they often work faster than creams. The best treatment depends on what caused the dark spot, its size, and where it is on your body. A dermatologist might recommend different treatments for dark spots, but not all treatments work for every type of dark spot.
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