Lentigo

Lentigo is a flat, dark brown patch that appears on the skin of older people with frequent exposure to sunlight. It is characterized by an increased accumulation of melanocytes (cells that are responsible for the production of pigment) in the basal layer of the epidermis.

However, there is another type of lentigo - malignant lentigo, or Hutchinson's lentigo. This type of lentigo can reach 2 cm in diameter, and its patches may vary in pigmentation. It is also a type of malignant melanoma that does not spread to other parts of the skin.

Hutchinson's lentigo most often occurs on the face, especially the cheeks, in older adults. It tends to increase in size and may become more noticeable when exposed to sunlight.

If you suspect you have lentigo or Hutchinson's lentigo, it is recommended that you see your doctor for diagnosis and treatment. It's important to remember that sun exposure can increase your risk of developing skin cancer, so it's important to protect your skin from ultraviolet radiation and use sunscreen when going outside.

**Lentico is a formation on the surface of the skin that resembles a colored spot that distinguishes between brown and black. When this spot occurs under the influence of ultraviolet radiation, it is called a solar nevus. This is a pigmentation defect, but it can become dangerous because the person is at risk of getting cancer. The danger of lenticos is that they are associated with the occurrence of melanoma.

**A person around age 60 will likely have a few new or emerging ribbons on their skin**.

New growths on the skin can occur at any age, of any nationality and in any part of the world. Every year

Lentigo is a benign pigmented formation on the skin of older people. It is caused by the accumulation of melanin pigment in the epidermis and is characterized by a brown color and dense structure. The appearance of lentigo is associated with frequent exposure to the sun without protective clothing.

There are two types of lentigo:

* Lentigines are dense brown spots that are resistant to splitting, sometimes they can itch and stand out against the general background of the skin;

*Hendersons are round dark brown pigmented spots with fuzzy edges, quickly increase in size, and often unite into “snake skin.”

Typically, lentigines are located on the face (forehead, nose, cheeks and chin), and Hendersons are located on the back of the hands and lower extremities. They grow slowly, but require careful monitoring.

Separately, it is worth mentioning the malignant form of lentigine, also known as lentiginous melanoma. It arises from cells responsible for producing melanin and is a type of malignant skin tumor. This can occur even in the absence of a noticeable increase in the size of the pigment spot and is a serious disease requiring special medical intervention.

To prevent the appearance of lentigines on the skin and maintain its healthy and beautiful appearance, it is necessary to choose the right sunscreens, protect the skin from excessive solar activity and minimize the frequency of exposure to the open air during dangerous periods of the year (from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.). In addition, you should avoid alcohol, smoking, drinking coffee and fatty foods, as these factors negatively affect the protective properties of the skin.