Do you think you have melasma? What you need to know about melasma, symptoms, causes, and how it’s treated.
Melasma is a skin condition with brown, blue, or freckle spots that form what is often called “the mask of pregnancy.” It’s a dark, mask-like mark that is common, painless, and typically goes away after a few months. This doesn’t mean it’s not bothersome while there.Your skin cells make a substance called melanin, which gives it its color. The darker your skin , the more melanin you have. If these cells are unhealthy, they can make too much melanin.
Your doctor will examine your skin using a Wood’s lamp to look at any color changes to your skin. To rule out other conditions and determine if you have melasma, they may order a biopsy. For a biopsy, a small piece of your skin will be removed and examined. It is a safe and quick procedure commonly used to diagnose skin conditions.Doctors may use something called the Melasma Area Severity Index to see how severe your condition is and how to approach treatment.
Hydrocortisone: This helps fade the dark color caused by melasma, and it may help remove the risk of dermatitis caused by other medications.Methimazole: An antithyroid cream or tablet that may be helpful if hydroquinone doesn't help.Topical alpha-hydroxy acid: Water-soluble acids that slough off dead skin cells; also known as a chemical peel that removes the first layer of the skin; available at most medical spas.
Dermatitis is a side effect of certain melasma medications. Some creams and lotions for your skin may sting or cause an allergic reaction, so be sure to discuss options with your doctor. Chemical peel: You may have gotten a peel at a day spa. Your doctor can also do one to help peel damaged skin to allow new, smoother, even-toned skin to appear.
Some foods will help your skin stay healthy. Mostly, foods high in vitamin D will do the trick. You don’t have to stick to only milk, especially if you are lactose intolerant. Try these other options for vitamin D:It includes dark brown or grayish patches, mostly on your neck or face.
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