Pale skin
Pale Skin
Pale skin (pronounced: /peɪl skɪn/) is a skin condition characterized by skin that is lighter than the usual or healthy color. The term "pale" comes from the Old French pale, meaning "light-colored", which is derived from the Latin pallidus, meaning "pale or pallid".
Causes
Pale skin can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Anemia: A condition in which the body lacks enough healthy red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen to the body's tissues.
- Vitiligo: A long-term skin condition characterized by patches of the skin losing their pigment.
- Albinism: A group of inherited disorders characterized by little or no production of the pigment melanin.
- Lack of Sunlight: Sunlight exposure triggers the production of melanin, which darkens the skin.
Symptoms
Symptoms of pale skin may include:
- Skin that is lighter than usual
- Skin that does not tan or darken in response to sunlight
- In some cases, pale skin is accompanied by other symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness, or shortness of breath.
Treatment
Treatment for pale skin depends on the underlying cause. For example, if pale skin is caused by anemia, treatment may involve iron supplements or changes in diet. If pale skin is caused by lack of sunlight, increasing exposure to sunlight or using a UV lamp may help.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pale skin
- Wikipedia's article - Pale skin
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