Melasma, also known as chloasma or the mask of pregnancy, is a common skin condition characterized by dark patches on the face, neck, and forearms, primarily affecting darker-skinned individuals. The exact cause is unclear, but factors such as pregnancy, birth control pills, hormone therapy, stress, and thyroid disease may contribute to its development. Treatment options include various topical medications, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and laser procedures.

1. MELASMA /Chloasma /Mask of pregnancy
It is a common skin problem.The condition
causes dark,discolored(brown to gray brown)
patches on your skin.patches typically occur on
face :
• Cheeks
• Forehead
• Bridge of the nose
• Chin
• Neck and forearms
It doesn’t cause any harm,itch or hurt but you
may cause change in person’s appearance.
INTRODUCTION
SYMPTOMS
Irregular,patchy areas of dark
color appear on the skin,usually on
both sides of the face.
CAUSES AND RISK FACTOR
 It isn’t totally clear what causes
melasma.
 Darker-skinned individuals are more
at risk than those with fair skin.
 Birth control pills.
 Pregnancy.
 Hormone therapy can all trigger
melasma.
 Stress and thyroid disease are also
thought to be causes of melasma.
Diagnosis
 Visual exam
 Wood’s lamp
examination
 Biopsy(in serious
skin conditions)
MEDICAL TREATMENT
 Corticosteroids
 Azelaic acid
 Tretinoin
 Cysteamine hydrochloride
 Koji acid
 Triple cream(combination of
hydroquinone,tretinoinand
corticosteriod)
 Flutamide
 Chemical peels
 Microdermabrasion to dermabrasion
 Laser but not intense pulsed light.
 Light based procedure
 Microneedling
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