Condition
Lentigines
Andrey Nailor, M.D.Published 29 March 20051 min read
Key points
- Lentigines are flat brown-black spots that usually occur in sun-exposed areas.
- Although most frequently called liver spots, they are unrelated to the liver or liver function.
Definition
Lentigines are flat brown-black spots that usually occur in sun-exposed areas. Although most frequently called liver spots, they are unrelated to the liver or liver function. They are also called age spots.
Written and revised by
Andrey Nailor, M.D.
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