Spots on the face or hands are usually caused by melasma or hyperpigmentation, which can be caused by sunlight, hormones, medications, or age. Although this is not a serious disease, if the problem becomes more serious or the symptoms seem unusual, then definitely consult an expert.
Sometimes brown or dark spots appear on the face, hands, or other parts of the body. These spots often affect the beauty of people. Some people ignore it, but is it a serious disease or does it happen due to a common infection? Let's know about this from the experts.
In melasma or hyperpigmentation, some parts of the skin become darker than the rest. This condition usually occurs on the face, forehead, cheeks, nose, upper lip, neck, shoulders or hands and due to this, brown or sometimes maroon spots start appearing. Professor LS Ghotkar of the Department of Medicine at Lady Hardinge Hospital says that this is also a skin problem, due to which spots appear on the skin. However, if any other symptoms are seen like sudden changes in the spots, their size starts increasing, symptoms like pain, itching or bleeding start appearing, then one must consult a doctor. Because in such a situation these spots can be symptoms of other diseases.
These can also be the reasons for spots
Hormone changes
Pregnancy, use of hormonal medicines or contraceptive pills can disturb the hormonal balance, which can also cause spots. In some cases, the ultraviolet rays of the sun increase the production of melanin, the pigment forming element in the skin, which can also cause spots.
What are the symptoms?Light to dark brown spots on the skin.
Spots on both sides of the face, cheeks, forehead, nose, upper lip, neck or hands.
The spots may be irregular in shape.
Usually the spots do not cause pain, itching or swelling.
How to protect yourself?Avoid sunlight
Avoid going out in excessive sunlight. If necessary, go out only after applying sunscreen. Apart from these, definitely wear a hat, scarf, umbrella or glasses.
take care of your skin
It is better to use mild soap or face wash. Avoid using chemical makeup or screen products. Do apply moisturizer on the skin.
Home Remedies
Mix milk and honey and apply on the spots for 10 to 15 minutes and then wash it off
Make a paste of cucumber and curd and apply it on the skin for 30-40 minutes and then wash it off.
Make a paste of papaya and apply it on the spots and then wash it after it dries.
Consult a doctor
Professor LS Ghotkar says that if the spots look unusual or home remedies do not work on them, then you should immediately consult a skin specialist. Take medicines only on his advice and get tests done if needed.
