What are the clinical symptoms of melasma?
Disease description:
I suddenly noticed several yellowish-brown patches under both of my eyes while applying makeup. During a visit to the beauty salon, the aesthetician told me that I had developed chloasma. What are the clinical symptoms and manifestations of chloasma?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
The clinical manifestations of melasma are primarily concentrated on the facial skin, characterized by patches varying from light brown to dark brown in color. These patches may have clear or diffuse borders and differ in size and shape. They are commonly symmetrically distributed on sun-exposed areas such as the cheeks, malar regions, nose, and forehead. The pigmentation may be influenced by factors such as sun exposure, endocrine changes, emotional status, and lifestyle habits. The progression of melasma is generally slow, and most patients are asymptomatic. However, long-term presence of the condition may impact the patient's appearance and psychological well-being. Melasma has a complex etiology involving multiple factors including ultraviolet radiation, genetic predisposition, and endocrine disorders.
