The Spots

Liver spots are flat brown-black and usually appear on the skin in body areas exposed to sunlight and have nothing to do with the liver or liver function.

Causes and risk factors

Liver spots are changes in skin color that occur in older skin. (Older person) The increased color may be due to aging, exposure to sunlight or other ultraviolet light, and other unknown causes.

Liver spots are very common after 40 years of age and occur more often in areas that have had greater exposure to the sun such as:

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Symptoms

A flat patch or area of ​​discoloration of the skin to tan negroEstá On the hands, arms or forehead painless (painless)

Signs and tests

The diagnosis is based on the appearance of the skin, especially if you are over 40 years old and has had much exposure to the sun through the years. A liver spot that looks irregular may be biopsied to rule out skin cancer.

Treatment

In most cases, no treatment is needed. The aesthetic appearance of the skin may be improved by applying lotions or creams to remove stains. This can cause blisters or skin reactions in some people. You can use freezing or laser treatment to destroy the liver spots and more.

ComplicacionesLas spots are harmless and painless, but can affect the appearance and this can cause emotional distress.

Prevention

Protect your skin from the sun by taking the following precautions:

Wear protective clothing such as hats, long sleeves, long skirts or pantalones.Use sunglasses to protect ojos.Procure avoid sun exposure at midday, when sunlight is most sunscreens intensa.Utilice high quality preferably with SPF (sun protection factor) of at least 30. Apply sunscreen at least half an hour before sun exposure and reapply frequently. Use sunscreen even in winter.

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