Pigmentation Disorders

Pigmentation Disorders

Pigmentation disorders, also known as dyspigmentation or pigmentary disorders, are conditions that affect the coloration of the skin, hair, or eyes. These disorders can be congenital (present at birth) or acquired (develop later in life) and can manifest as either hypo-pigmentation (loss of pigmentation) or hyper-pigmentation (excess pigmentation). Here are some common pigmentation disorders:

Pigmentation disorders are a group of conditions that affect the coloration of the skin, hair, and eyes. These disorders can result in patches of skin that are lighter or darker than the surrounding skin or in changes to the color of the hair and eyes. Here are some common types of pigmentation disorders:

• Vitiligo
• Melasma
• Melasma
• Albinism
• Freckles
• Lentigines