Melasma/Chloasma Flashcards
1
Q
What is this?
A
Melasma (a.k.a. Chloasma)
Hyperpigmented macules in sun-exposed areas, particularly the face.
2
Q
Who is it more common in?
A
- More common in women
- Age 30-40 years
- More common in people with darker skin
3
Q
What can cause it?
A
- Pregnancy
- COCP
- HRT
Basically linked to hormone levels.
