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What Causes Small Black Spots Spreading All Over The Body?

i have appear small black spots on my whole body spreading slowly,it doesnot make itching or any thing else. it is a heridetary problem that has come from my mother. my age is 26, me and my brother both sufferng from dis. my maternal grand mother also have dis spot
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Hello,

Small black spots spreading all over the body are commonly due to hormonal changes, sun exposure, allergy, irritation, wound healing, genetics (heredity), etc. In your case, it is due to heredity as all your ancestors had similar skin problems. Black spots on the skin is not a problem, but if you want to remove it for cosmetic reasons you are suggested to visit a dermatologist.

In the meantime, you can take multivitamin tabs or vitamin B12 rich food to supplement any vitamin deficiency. Avoid exposure to sunlight. Skin lightening creams and creams with Hydroquinone prevent skin from producing melanin. They are effective. Dermatologists can treat you with laser therapy, micro dermabrasion, chemical peels, cryotherapy, etc. You may require to go through 3-6 sessions for the best effect.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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What Causes Small Black Spots Spreading All Over The Body?

Hello, Small black spots spreading all over the body are commonly due to hormonal changes, sun exposure, allergy, irritation, wound healing, genetics (heredity), etc. In your case, it is due to heredity as all your ancestors had similar skin problems. Black spots on the skin is not a problem, but if you want to remove it for cosmetic reasons you are suggested to visit a dermatologist. In the meantime, you can take multivitamin tabs or vitamin B12 rich food to supplement any vitamin deficiency. Avoid exposure to sunlight. Skin lightening creams and creams with Hydroquinone prevent skin from producing melanin. They are effective. Dermatologists can treat you with laser therapy, micro dermabrasion, chemical peels, cryotherapy, etc. You may require to go through 3-6 sessions for the best effect. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician