What are the的危害 of melasma?
Disease description:
My wife has been in a bad mood recently and has developed some chloasma on her face. After a hospital checkup, it was determined to be caused by menstrual irregularity. May I ask what are the potential risks or harms associated with chloasma?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
The main impacts of melasma are as follows:
1. Aesthetic concerns: Melasma is a type of pigmentation that commonly develops on the face, directly affecting the patient's appearance. Female patients, in particular, may feel self-conscious as a result.
2. Psychological burden: Due to the presence of facial melasma, patients may lose confidence and become reluctant to interact with others. In severe cases, this may even lead to psychological issues such as social withdrawal or depression.
3. Effects on physical health: Melasma may be an external manifestation of endocrine disorders or accumulation of metabolic waste in the body. It is often accompanied by symptoms such as sallow complexion, fatigue, irritability, poor appetite, breast tenderness, and menstrual irregularities. It may also be associated with concurrent conditions such as breast masses, uterine fibroids, cysts, and liver disease.
4. Vicious cycle: Prolonged psychological stress and depressive emotions may further worsen endocrine imbalances, leading to an increase in melasma and creating a vicious cycle.
