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Melasma is a skin condition that affects pregnant women, typically appearing in the form of facial dark spots or patches.
It is more commonly found in women with lighter skin tones, but can affect any woman during pregnancy.
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Melasma occurs when hormones stimulate an increase in melanin production, causing hyperpigmentation of the skin.
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The symptoms of melasma include brown patches on the skin, which may be darker in some women than others.
These patches can appear anywhere on the face and even spread beyond your cheeks to other parts of your body such as your arms and chest.
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Symptoms usually appear during the second and third trimesters, and can last up to a year after delivery.
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The exact cause of melasma is unknown, but there are certain risk factors such as genetic susceptibility and sun exposure that may increase its occurrence.
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It’s possible that melasma and linea nigra are related.
Melasma is caused by the same hormones as those responsible for linea nigra, so there may be a connection between these conditions.
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Yes, your Melasma may go away after giving birth.
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Melasma does not increase the risk of having a miscarriage or pregnancy complications.
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Treatment options include topical creams containing corticosteroids or hydroquinone, chemical peels and laser therapy.
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