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Melanoderma – brown pigment spots and age spots on the skin

Melanoderma or hyperpigmentation refers to increased brownish pigmentation of the skin. In certain skin areas, more melanin, the natural pigment of the skin, is formed or deposited.

Brown spots can have different causes. Particularly common with increasing age are so-called age spots (lentigines solares). They primarily occur on skin areas that have been regularly exposed to the sun or UV radiation for many years.

Age spots – Lentigines solares

Age spots are usually benign pigment changes. They occur more frequently from middle and older age, but can also appear earlier with intense sun exposure.

Typical characteristics include:

• light brown to dark brown spots

• flat skin changes

• mostly sharply defined edges

• varying sizes

• spots occurring individually or in larger numbers

• normally no pain or discomfort

Where do age spots commonly occur?

Particularly affected are chronically sun-exposed skin areas such as:

• face

• forehead

• temples

• back of hands

• forearms

• décolletage

• shoulders

Their development is therefore less a direct consequence of biological aging than an expression of long-term UV exposure of the skin.

Other forms of hyperpigmentation

Not every brown skin spot is an age spot. Increased pigmentation can occur, for example, with:

• hormonal changes

• melasma

• after inflammation or injury to the skin

• after acne

• chronic friction or skin irritation

• certain medications

• certain metabolic or hormonal disorders

• chronic UV exposure

Brown discoloration remaining after skin inflammation is called post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

Melasma

Melasma is an acquired hyperpigmentation that occurs particularly often on the face.

Typical are symmetrical brownish spots, especially on the:

• forehead

• cheeks

• upper lip

• nose

Hormonal factors and UV radiation play an important role in its development.

Sun and pigment spots

UV radiation activates melanin production and can intensify existing pigment spots or promote the formation of new ones.

Consistent sun protection is therefore one of the most important measures to prevent further pigment changes.

This includes:

• high broad-spectrum sun protection

• regular reapplication of sunscreen during sun exposure

• avoidance of intense midday sun

• protective clothing

• avoidance of unnecessary UV exposure

Age spots or skin cancer?

Common age spots are benign. However, certain forms of skin cancer or its precursors can also appear brown or darkly pigmented.

In particular, a lentigo maligna melanoma can initially resemble a common age spot.

Therefore, unusual or changing pigment spots should be dermatologically examined.

ABCDE rule for pigment spots

The ABCDE rule can serve as a guide for pigmented skin changes:

• A – Asymmetry: uneven shape

• B – Border: irregular or blurred edge

• C – Color: different shades of color within a spot

• D – Diameter: increasing size can be noticeable

• E – Evolution: change in size, shape, color, or surface

Particularly important is the change of an existing spot or the appearance of a new, distinctly different-looking pigment change.

Diagnosis

To assess pigment spots, the following can be used:

• dermatological skin examination

• dermoscopy or epiluminescence microscopy

• photographic follow-up

• in case of suspicious changes, removal or biopsy with histological examination

Treatment of age and pigment spots

Benign age spots do not require medical treatment.

If they are cosmetically bothersome, various dermatological procedures may be considered depending on the type and skin type, for example:

• pigment-lightening active ingredients

• chemical peels

• laser treatments

• other dermatological procedures

Before cosmetic removal, for unclear pigment spots, it should first be ensured that it is a benign change.

Homeopathy according to Dr. Banerji

In homeopathy according to Dr. Banerji, specific homeopathic remedies and potencies are used according to the Banerji protocols for various skin and pigment changes.

A reliable removal of age spots or other hyperpigmentations through homeopathic remedies is not scientifically proven.

In particular, a newly formed or changing pigmented skin lesion should not be treated exclusively homeopathically. A necessary dermatological examination must not be replaced or delayed.

Important note

A brown or dark skin spot should be dermatologically examined if it appears new, grows significantly, changes its shape or color, develops irregular edges, itches, bleeds, or differs significantly from other pigment spots.

The information on this page is for general information only and does not replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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