chloasma

Thân thiện

A pregnant woman has chloasma on her cheeks.

Definition

Noun: A skin condition characterized by tan or brownish, irregularly shaped patches, typically appearing on the face. It is most commonly associated with hormonal changes, such as those occurring during pregnancy or from the use of oral contraceptives.

Usage

This is a medical term used to describe a specific type of hyperpigmentation. It is most frequently used in dermatological and clinical contexts. * The dermatologist diagnosed the patches on her cheeks as chloasma. * Chloasma, often called the "mask of pregnancy," is a common condition.

Examples

• Noun:
  • Sun exposure can worsen the appearance of chloasma.
  • Her chloasma faded significantly several months after she stopped taking the pill.
  • Treatment for chloasma often involves topical creams and strict sun protection.

Advanced Usage

• Melasma: This term is often used interchangeably with chloasma in modern medical terminology, though "melasma" is the more general and commonly used term for this pattern of facial pigmentation regardless of cause.

Variants and Related Words

• Melasma (n): The preferred general term for the condition, encompassing cases with various triggers.
• Hyperpigmentation (n): The broader medical category for darkened areas of skin, which includes chloasma.

Synonyms

• Melasma
• Mask of pregnancy (a colloquial synonym specifically for pregnancy-related cases)

Related Phrases

• Hormonal hyperpigmentation: A descriptive phrase for the condition's cause.
• Facial pigmentation: A general term that could include chloasma.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a tan discoloration of a woman's face that is associated with pregnancy or with the use of oral contraceptives

Từ đồng nghĩa

• melasma
• mask of pregnancy