ephelis (freckle)

Etiology

• manifestation of dermatoheliosis (skin aging)

Histology

increased pigment in epidermis

Clinical manifestations

• 2-5 mm macule
• tan in color
• distribution: sun-exposed areas
• color darkens following sun-exposure

Management

• no treatment is generally indicated
• consider biopsy if diameter > 1 cm or shape is irregular

More general terms

• skin neoplasm

Additional terms

• lentigo; melanocytic macule