How to Remove or Fade Age Spots
Dec 24, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wenmin
Introduction
The formation of senile plaques may be caused by physiological aging, genetic predisposition, endocrine disorders, excessive ultraviolet radiation, cirrhosis, and other factors. They can generally be treated through lifestyle modifications, skincare, medication, and, when necessary, laser therapy. If abnormalities occur, prompt medical attention is recommended. It is also advised to maintain a balanced diet and consume more fresh fruits and vegetables daily.
The formation of senile lentigines may be caused by physiological aging, genetic predisposition, endocrine disorders, excessive ultraviolet radiation, cirrhosis, and other factors. These conditions can generally be treated through lifestyle modifications, skincare, medication, and laser therapy when necessary. If abnormalities occur, prompt medical attention is recommended. Detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Physiological Aging: With increasing age, the skin gradually ages, metabolism slows, and pigment metabolism declines, leading to pigment accumulation on the skin surface and the formation of senile lentigines. This is a natural manifestation of human aging. It is recommended to delay skin aging by adjusting lifestyle habits, such as ensuring adequate sleep, maintaining a balanced diet, and strengthening skin moisturization and sun protection.
2. Genetic Predisposition: Genetic factors play an important role in the formation of senile lentigines. If there is a family history of these spots, the individual risk may increase. It is important to enhance skincare, such as regular exfoliation, use of skin-lightening products, and avoiding excessive UV exposure. Laser therapy may be considered when necessary to reduce existing spots.
3. Excessive Ultraviolet Radiation: Prolonged exposure to strong ultraviolet rays accelerates skin aging and causes pigment accumulation on the skin surface, leading to the formation of senile lentigines. It is recommended to strengthen sun protection measures, such as applying sunscreen, wearing hats, and using umbrellas to reduce UV damage to the skin. Additionally, laser treatment can be performed to remove already formed lentigines.
4. Endocrine Disorders: Endocrine disorders may lead to excessive secretion of melanin by melanocytes, resulting in pigment accumulation on the skin surface and the formation of senile lentigines. Accompanying symptoms may include menstrual irregularities and mood swings. It is recommended to adjust lifestyle habits, and when necessary, take medications such as propylthiouracil tablets, methimazole tablets, or propranolol hydrochloride tablets as directed by a physician.
5. Cirrhosis: Cirrhosis results from long-term liver damage leading to fibrosis and structural changes, preventing the timely elimination of metabolic waste and toxins from the body, which may accumulate on the skin surface and form senile lentigines. Symptoms may include fatigue, loss of appetite, jaundice, and others. Treatment of cirrhosis should target the underlying cause. Physicians generally recommend hepatoprotective drugs such as compound glycyrrhizin tablets or hepatoprotective pills, and diuretics such as spironolactone tablets or furosemide tablets to manage ascites, thereby reducing the production of metabolic waste and toxins. Additionally, laser therapy or medication may be used to remove existing lentigines.
It is recommended to maintain a balanced diet, consume more fresh fruits and vegetables, maintain good sleep patterns, avoid excessive fatigue and emotional fluctuations, and preserve skin health.
