TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Solar Lentigines A1 - Hexsel, Dóris A1 - Porto, Manoela A2 - Kelly, A. Paul A2 - Taylor, Susan C. A2 - Lim, Henry W. A2 - Serrano, Ana Maria Anido PY - 2016 T2 - Taylor and Kelly's Dermatology for Skin of Color, 2e AB - KEY POINTSSolar lentigines are hyperpigmented macules that are round or oval in shape with slightly irregular edges.They are common in skin of color populations except among South Asians with skin of color.Ultraviolet light exposure and genetic predisposition are the most important factors in the development of solar lentigines.Treatment may include physical modalities and depigmenting agents.Sun avoidance, protective clothing, sunscreen, and blocking agents are indicated to prevent solar lentigines. SN - PB - McGraw-Hill Education CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/03/28 UR - accessmedicine.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1161547493 ER -