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Liver Spots


Overview of Liver Spots

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Liver spots are also called lentigines. They are flat patches of skin with altered pigmentation. They commonly occur in people over 50 years of age. They appear commonly on the backs of the hands and the forehead.

Causes of Liver Spots

causes

Liver spots are a form of aging of the skin. They are harmless patches of skin with increased pigmentation.

Signs and Symptoms of Liver Spots

signs and symptoms

Liver spots consist of flat, usually light-brown to dark brown spots. Most often, they occur on the backs of the hands and on the face. Use of sunscreens seem to lessen the occurrence and recurrence of these lesions.



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Medical Content Last Updated on 07/12/2008

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