The difficult journey to the outside world that is birth often means that your infant looks a little rough in his early days. Your baby's skin may appear mottled, flaky and discolored as he adjusts to the world outside the womb. Most of the time,...
Discoloration of the skin is a broad term that encompasses a wide range of skin-related symptoms. It can refer to a reddish rash, patchy dry spots, brown age spots and even drastic color changes such as those caused by certain chemicals, illnesses...
Discolorations on the surface of the skin come in a variety of colors, shapes and sizes, and they often can be hard to remove. Discolorations should always be checked first by your doctor or dermatologist to rule out serious problems. After they...
Skin is the body's largest organ and functions as a shield which protects your internal organs from the outside environment. The skin remarkably complex--it is strong but flexible, waterproof, and self-repairing. Skin color is determined by two...
Yellow discoloration of the skin is referred to as jaundice. Red blood cells create a byproduct called bilirubin when they are replaced, which is responsible for the yellow tint to the skin or eyes. Jaundice should never be ignored, as it is often...
Discoloration of the skin, or vitiligo, is a condition in which patches of the skin appear more pale than the surrounding skin. This condition arises due to a lack of melanin production in the area of discoloration. There is no cure for vitiligo,...
If you notice light brown patches that are flaky and irritated on your skin, it's possible that you have eczema. Although this skin condition isn't life-threatening, it can be a nuisance, as the flaky patches can be itchy, tight and uncomfortable....
The sun can damage a child's skin because of ultraviolet or UV radiation. These UV rays can get through the earth's protective ozone layer and cause changes to a child's skin. The American Academy of Dermatology website calls ultraviolet A or UVA...
Your skin relies on pigmentation as a form of protection from the elements. Brown pigment produced by your skin cells allows your skin to reflect harmful ultraviolet rays to reduce damage to your skin cells. However, patches of skin discoloration...
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) indicates that most people have between 10 and 40 skin moles. A mole is a cluster of skin cells surrounded by tissue. They're usually pink, tan, brown or flesh-colored. They can lie flat on the skin or be...
An uneven skin tone or discoloration can be difficult to deal with whether you are an adult or child. Children may feel extreme embarrassment about being different and being asked repeatedly about birthmarks or skin discoloration. According to the...
Skin discoloration is a common problem faced by many people. There are innumerable causes of skin discoloration. The most common include the natural aging process, medications, pregnancy and illness. Skin discolorations have a variety of names...
Skin discolorations appear on the skin for a number of reasons. Birthmarks and moles often appear from the outset and have unknown causes. These marks are minor and rarely pose any health threat. Many other types of discolored skin occur through...
Your toddler is steadily growing and changing, and her activities may expose you to different adventures every day. You might also find yourself questioning her health and appearance as she becomes more prone to viruses, rashes and other skin...
While usually not damaging to your health, skin discoloration can make you feel self-conscious and uncomfortable about your appearance. Many conditions can cause uneven pigmentation, from birthmarks to vitiligo. Although it is a cosmetic concern,...
A child's sensitive skin is prone to several conditions, including skin discoloration. Discoloration of the skin can affect a child for a myriad of reasons. Some symptoms may be mild and will disappear on their own. Other, more severe...
If you've noticed discoloration or darkening of the skin under your arms, you may be able to determine the cause by considering your hygiene habits and the clothes you wear. If these clues don't lead you to the cause, a dermatologist may be able...
Gold itself is inert, and does not typically react with skin to cause discoloration. But there are certain conditions under which gold jewelry can affect the color of your skin. Other metals are often added to gold in order to harden it or change...
Skin discolorations develop when pigment on one section of your skin becomes darker or lighter than the majority of your skin. This can create splotchy imbalances on the surface that may make some people self-conscious or uncomfortable. Skin...
Skin discoloration causes the skin to exhibit areas that are darker than the surrounding skin. Skin discolorations can appear on the skin because of a health ailment, psoriasis, acne blemishes, chickenpox or an injury, and can be eliminated by...
Skin discoloration can have a negative effect on your overall appearance. One of the most common culprits of uneven skin tone is overexposure to the sun, which can result in age spots. Your skin may also become discolored from birthmarks or moles....
Skin discolorations may arise from a variety of causes, such as acne or exposure to the sun. Exfoliation is an effective method of removing such skin discoloration, reports skincare expert Paula Begoun, because it gets rid of the discolored,...
An unsightly rash, blotches or hives on the skin are all indications of a possible allergic reaction. Skin allergies may result from either external or internal irritants. Your doctor can perform testing to determine the source of your condition....
Skin discoloration, also known as hyper-pigmentation, is caused when internal or external factors increase melanin production in the skin. This produces areas of the skin that are darker than normal skin tone. It can affect small and large areas...
Skin discoloration can occur for a variety of reasons, from birthmarks to post-acne hyperpigmentation. And while usually not very serious, disruptions of skin pigment can make you feel self-conscious and insecure about your appearance. There are...
Your skin may become discolored due to surface trauma, like acne or stretching, or damage from environmental elements, like the sun's damaging light. Lasers and other expensive surgical procedures can help lighten and fade away discolorations. For...
Skin discoloration, defined as any change in the natural color of the skin, can occur for a variety of reasons. Skin can turn lighter or darker or can gain a tinge of red, orange, yellow, blue or green color. The most common form of skin...
Skin discoloration arises from a variety of causes such as aging, acne or tanning and there are many different treatment options available. Some can be done in-home while others should be done by a dermatologist. Treatments range from simple...
Skin discoloration is often a result of excess melanin, a compound responsible for your pigmentation. Age spots, melasma, chloasma and postinflammatory hyperpigmentation all result from an increase in the production of this compound. For any...
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