Hyperpigmentation Is Hormonal, Learn About Remedies
Hyperpigmentation
is a hormonal condition in which the skin becomes dark and appears in small or
large patches across the body.Hyperpigmentation
is not harmful but can be an indicator of the existence of other medical
conditions. It is mainly seen amongst the women suffering from estrogen and
progesterone hormone imbalances.Hyperpigmentation are of several types like
Melasma, sunspots and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Melasma is caused due to hormonal changes in
pregnancy. It can occur on any body part, but more prominent on the face and
abdomen.
Sunspots
occur due to excessive sun exposure, also known as liver spots or solar
lentigines. These spots appear usually on the body parts exposed to the sun,
such as face, neck, hands etc.
Post-inflammatory
hyperpigmentation (PIH) is caused due to skin injuries.Hyperpigmentation occurs
due to overproduction of melanin and estrogen and progesterone imbalances in
the body. Medications and chemotherapy drugs can also cause hyperpigmentation
as a side effect.
Endocrine diseases
(Addison's disease), pregnancy, extreme sun exposure are the other causes that
can also increase melanin production in the body.
Symptoms Of Hyperpigmentation:
Symmetrical
brown coloured patches appear on the face, neck, forearms in melasma.In PIH,
patches appear on injured or inflamed areas of skin.
Spots are
usually black or light brown and may grow dark with exposure to
sunlight.Sunspots appear as light brown freckles on face and other sun-exposed
body parts.
Treatment:
Medication
with hydroquinone and retinoic acid
are used to treat hyperpigmentation. It may take a few months to lighten the
dark spots. Laser therapy is also used to treat hyperpigmentation. Homecare
remedies and use of sunscreen are also helpful.
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