Age spots, also called liver spots or solar lentigines, are flat areas of darkened skin that usually appear on parts of the body exposed to the sun, including the face, hands, shoulders, and arms. Although the name suggests otherwise, they are not connected to liver health. They typically develop from repeated sun exposure over time and the natural aging process.
These spots are harmless and generally do not need medical treatment, although some people choose to fade or remove them for cosmetic reasons.
They are most often seen in people over 50, but they can also develop in younger adults with substantial sun exposure. The spots usually appear slowly and do not disappear on their own. Even though they are not dangerous, it is important to tell them apart from more serious skin conditions, including melanoma, a severe form of skin cancer.
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