skin discoloration
Uneven complexion patch
Skin discoloration is any change from the skin's normal color—patches that are lighter, darker, or differently hued than surrounding tissue.
Causes range from sun damage and birthmarks to bruising, rashes, and medical conditions like vitiligo.
The term is neutral and clinical: The dermatologist noted skin discoloration on her forearm.
- melasmaPatchy facial skin darkening
- frecklesPigmented skin spots
- vitiligoMelanocyte-loss skin condition
- sunburnUV-induced skin inflammation
- hyperpigmentationLocalized skin darkening condition
dark circles · sun spots · albinism · bruising · carotenoids · jaundice · scars · hematoma · tanning · beta-carotene · burns · birthmarks · port-wine stains · strawberry mark · cyanosis · age spots · eczema · chemical burns
- spotsspot, blot, blotch, dot, fleck
- skin discolorationvitiligo, melasma, hyperpigmentation, albinism, depigmentation
- sun protectionshade, SPF, umbrella, sunblock, shades
- cold injuriesfrostbite, frostnip, hypothermia, chilblains, trench foot
- inflammationacute inflammation, chronic inflammation, pain, heat, swelling
- radiation effectsradiation sickness, health effects, hair loss, nausea, vomiting