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What Causes Developing Brown Bruise On Hands?
i have a color brown that apears like a bruise in my right hand.. i does not hurt but in becomes itchy sometimes. its staying in my hands for a week already and it seems like its becoming bigger.. and now a small brown spot is starting also to my left hand.. please help me know what is this skin problem. is it a allergy?
Thu, 21 May 2020
Hi,
Solar lentiginosisis a common dermatological condition that occurs mostly in people over the age of 40. The condition involves the appearance of pale brown to dark brown spots on the skin called solar lentigines, liver spots, or age spots. They are darker than the surrounding skin. They may be brown, black, or grey and most common on parts of the body that get regular sun exposure.
Avoiding the sun between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m as much as possible and using sunscreen half an hour before stepping out and layered fabric can help. If the spots get darker, has a irregular border or increases in size,visit your doctor to rule out any malignancy.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician
Solar lentiginosisis a common dermatological condition that occurs mostly in people over the age of 40. The condition involves the appearance of pale brown to dark brown spots on the skin called solar lentigines, liver spots, or age spots. They are darker than the surrounding skin. They may be brown, black, or grey and most common on parts of the body that get regular sun exposure.
Avoiding the sun between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m as much as possible and using sunscreen half an hour before stepping out and layered fabric can help. If the spots get darker, has a irregular border or increases in size,visit your doctor to rule out any malignancy.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician
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