What Causes White Spots On Skin?
4. How Is Idiopathic Guttate Hypomelanosis Treated?
There is no cure for the condition. The only symptom is discoloration; thus, treatment is generally for cosmetic purposes and to protect the lighter-colored skin from the sun. Wearing a good sunscreen prevents sun damage that can lead to skin cancer. It is an important preventative for anyone spending a lot of time outdoors, but lighter skin is even more at risk.
Once sunspots appear, there is little that can be done to diminish them. Skin abrasion and topical retinoid creams remove the outer layer of skin, but these do not necessarily reduce the size or appearance of the spots.
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