ED60.1 Melasma
International Classification of Diseases for Mortality and Morbidity Statistics, 11th Revision, v2024-01
A common condition of incompletely understood aetiology characterised by patchy melanin pigmentation of the malar prominences, forehead and perioral skin. The pigmentation is exacerbated by sun exposure. Melasma is common in pregnancy and in women taking oral contraceptive preparations; it may, however, also be seen in men.
synonyms
- Melasma
- Chloasma
- Mask of pregnancy
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