Labial Melanotic Macule : features, causes , symptoms and treatments
LABIAL MELANOTIC MACULE A labial melaantic macule is a well- defined , oval , brown to black , flat patch on the central third of the lower lip . it is the name for a freckle arising on the lip . It is th ename for a freckle arising on the lip . it is also sometimes called a labial lentigo and when multiple lesions are present , mucosal melanosis. THE CLINICAL FEATURES OF LABIAL MELANOTIC FRECKLE A labial melanotic macule is most commonly seen in adult women but it also occurs in males and young people . occasionally the lesion can be on thre upper lip . Size range from 1-8 mm. The lesion usually remain unchanged in size and color . they can occasionally have an irregular edge and there may be a history of color change which can cause confusion with other pigmented lessions ,including melanoma . Melanoma is very rare on the lip . SYMPTOMS OF LABIAL MELANOTIC MACULE CAUSES OF LABIAL MELANOTIC MACULE A labial melanoti...