Hypopigmentation
Pronunciation: /ˈhaɪpoʊˈˌpɪɡmənteɪʃən/
Hypopigmentation (noun)
- A condition where parts of the skin have less pigment, making them look lighter than the surrounding area.
- A decrease in melanin in the skin, which can happen due to skin cell changes or certain medical causes.
Examples
- Hypopigmentation can appear as lighter skin patches on the body.
- The doctor noticed hypopigmentation as lighter skin patches near the scar.