Dr Anil Ganjoo talks about forms of hyperpigmentation and its effects of skin as well as procedures & treatment for Hyperpigmentation
In hyperpigmentation the patches of the skin become darker in colour than the normal surrounding skin. This darkening occurs when an excess of melanin. It is harmless condition but in some cases, it may also be a symptom of illness or any disease. People are concerned about this condition because of its aesthetic implications which disturbs them and cause stress and anxiety.
Major causes of hyperpigmentation are, Melanocyte concentrations become very high & Hyperactivation of melanocytes.
Various forms of Hyperpigmentation Disorders include :
Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH) – In this type of hyperpigmentation there is injury to the skin due to burns, psoriasis, acne lesions, skin friction and sometimes even due to the application of some skincare treatments. This condition usually eliminates the activation of the skin regeneration system but can take many months. Hyperpigmentation treatment works quite effectively on PIH.
UV Exposure/ Generalised Dullness of Skin - In this type of hyperpigmentation skin is subjected to normal UVB sun exposure. It appears in the form of general skin dullness on the entire face. The skin tone of the face becomes dull and dark as compared to the other parts of the body.
Solar Lentigines – They are common form of hyperpigmentation referred to as liver or age spots. With progressive aging, these spots become more visible but aging is not directly responsible for their appearance. These are caused primarily due to excessive exposure to UV rays.