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Common Causes Of Petechiae

Health Encyclopedia: Blemishes

Blemishes

This report covers three types of blemishes: Liver spots, purpura, and seborrheic keratoses (or warts).

Liver Spots

Liver spots (medically referred to as lentigos or sun-induced or pigmented lesions) are flat brown spots on the skin. They are almost universal signs of aging. Occurring most noticeably on the hands and face, these blemishes tend to enlarge and darken over time. The extent and severity of the spots are determined by a combination of skin type, sun exposure, and age. These sp...

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