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Melasma (Chloasma)

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Especially, new evidence proves not only UV light, but also short wave length visible light rays (blue-violet) have the ability to cause melasma by inducing hyperpigmentation. Some studies show that folate deficiency can be related to hyperpigmentation. Alexander Börve Melasma (Chloasma) (08) cheek woman [ICD-10 L81.1] ICD-9: 709.09