Freckles

Freckle is a small, light brown or tan mark on the skin. There can be hundreds or thousands of them on exposed skin. Freckles are particularly common in fair-skinned people

Causes: Inherited, ultraviolet radiation in sunlight.

Clinical features: Light to dark brown flat spots, found on sun-exposed sites, particularly the nose and cheeks. More prominent during summer.

Diagnosis: Clinical

Treatment:

  • Broad-spectrum, sun protection factor 50+ sunscreen
  • Cosmetic camouflage
  • Laser
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