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ACD A-Z of Skin - Melasma

A-Z OF SKIN Melasma BACK TO A-Z SEARCH What is it? Also known as … Also known as … Chloasma, Pigmentation of Pregnancy Melasma appears as patchy shades of brown pigmentation on sun exposed areas of the face

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ACD A-Z of Skin - Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation

Damage to the skin from trauma or inflammation may result in discolouration of the affected area. Compared with normal skin, these areas may appear slightly darker in colour (hyperpigmentation).

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ACD A-Z of Skin - Vitiligo

Vitiligo is a relatively common condition where the skin is unable to produce pigment. Pigment forming cells are destroyed and the skin becomes white.

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ACD A-Z of Skin - Poikiloderma of Civatte

Poikiloderma of civatte was first described in 1923 and refers to redness and mottled pigment on the sides of the neck.

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Skin changes during pregnancy - linea nigra

Linea nigra (sometimes called the ‘pregnancy line’) is a dark line of skin down the middle of your abdomen. It often develops during the first trimester of pregnancy.

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Skin changes during pregnancy - melasma (chloasma)

Melasma refers to brown patches that can appear on your skin, often appearing on the on your face. It's common in pregnancy, usually in the second or third trimester.

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Changes to your skin during pregnancy

As your pregnancy develops, you may find that you experience changes to your skin. Most of these changes will improve or after your baby is born.

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