This image displays many solar lentigos due to the patient having many sunburns as a child and teenager. Solar lentigines are often more pronounced on the left cheek due to sun exposure while driving a car. The backs of the hands commonly have solar lentigines (mistakenly called “liver spots”). The highly sun-exposed back of the forearm shows more numerous solar lentigines than the inner forearm.
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Picture of Solar Lentigo: This image displays many solar lentigos due to the patient having many sunburns as a child and teenager. Divider line
This image displays many solar lentigos due to the patient having many sunburns as a child and teenager.
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Self-Care Guidelines
To prevent solar lentigines, avoid exposure to sunlight in midday (10 AM to 3 PM), wear sun-protective clothing (tightly woven clothes and hats), and apply sunscreen (SPF 30 UVA and UVB block).
When to Seek Medical Care
Solar lentigines do not require medical therapy, but see a physician for evaluation if they become cosmetically bothersome or if you are uncertain about any pigmented spot on your body. 
Last Modified: 29 Jan 2008

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