Brown or Gray-Brown Patches: The primary symptom of melasma is the appearance of irregularly shap…
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Brown or Gray-Brown Patches: The primary symptom of melasma is the appearance of irregularly shaped, dark patches on the skin. These patches can be brown or gray-brown in color.
Common Locations: Melasma typically appears on areas of the skin that are exposed to the sun, including:
Face: Forehead, cheeks, upper lip, nose, and chin. Forearms: Especially in women who are sensitive to sunlight. Neck: Less common, but can occur. Symmetrical Patches: The patches usually appear symmetrically on both sides of the face, often in a similar pattern.
Gradual Development: The discoloration usually develops gradually over time and may become more pronounced with increased sun exposure.
