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How to differentiate harmless sunspots from skin cancer
Sunspots are flat, dark spots that appear on parts of your skin that you frequently expose to the sun, such as your face, hands, arms, shoulders, and feet.
While anyone can develop these spots, they are particularly common in people with light skin over the age of 40, especially those who spend a lot of time in the sun.
Genetics also play a role, so having a family history of sunspots can make you more likely to get them.
Note: Sunspots are also known as age spots, solar lentigines, and liver spots although they don't have anything to do with liver function.
Sunspots are permanent marks that are harmless, so you don't need to remove them for health reasons. However, if you don't like their appearance, there are steps you can take to lighten them.
Here are some tips on how to prevent sunspots and reduce their appearance, as well as how to differentiate a sunspot from something more serious like skin cancer.
Source: Insider