Melasma Treatment in Kharadi
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Melasma Treatment – By Dr. Usha Angre
Melasma is a condition in which brown patches appear on parts of the skin exposed to the sun. This is common in darker-skin women, as well as women of reproductive age. (When it occurs in pregnant women, it is also called the “mask of pregnancy” or chloasma.) It also affects men. Melasma appears as freckle-like spots forming large, flat, brown patches.
The pigmentation is a result of the overproduction of melanin. People who tan easily or have naturally brown skin are prone to melasma because they have more active melanocytes compared to people with lighter skin.
Causes of Melasma :
Melasma depends on your genetic predisposition. A few of the other triggering factors are:
- Sun exposure : Uncontrolled exposure to the sun is the leading trigger as UV light from the sun stimulates the melanocytes, increasing melanin production.
- Hormonal changes : Internal hormonal changes, as seen in pregnancy, stress, thyroid disorders as well as exogenous hormone treatments in the form of oral contraceptives, intrauterine devices, hormone replacement therapy, are all implicated in the triggering of melasma.
- Medications : Certain medications like anti-seizure drugs, anti malignant drugs could also act as triggers.
- Skincare products : Scented soaps, toiletries, cosmetics, and skin care products that irritate the skin. This may increase melanin production and accelerate melasma symptoms.
- Types of Melasma :
Epidermal melasma:
In this condition, excess melanin layers are present in the keratinocytes cells of the epidermis. In fact, this type of melasma has patches with well-defined borders and responds well to treatment.Dermal melasma:
In this condition, the excess melanin may be deposited in the inner or deeper layer of skin called the dermis. Moreover, this type of melasma has unclear borders and does not respond well to treatment.Mixed:
In this condition, pigmentation occurs in the epidermis as well as the dermis.
Do’s & Don’ts for Preventing Melasma :
- DO: Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen
- DO: Use physical sun protection like scarves, jackets, and hats.
- DO: Follow a regular skincare routine.
- DON’T: Leave the house without sun protection.
- DON’T: Spend too much time in the heat, saunas, or steam rooms.
- DON’T: Take any medication without consulting your doctor.
- DON’T: Continuing medication for longer period than prescribed by the doctor.