Lentigo

usgb/lenˈtaɪɡəʊ/
noun

A small, brown spot on the skin.

The doctor did a biopsy on the lentigo to make sure it was not cancerous.
Visual representation of "lentigo" - A small, brown spot on the skin

Often appears as...

  • benign lentigo
  • lentigo maligna

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Medical Context

The word 'lentigo' is used mostly in medical scenarios to describe a skin condition.

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During the skin examination, the dermatologist noted a lentigo on the patient's arm.
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Not Always Serious

'Lentigo' often refers to harmless spots, but monitoring changes is advised for health.

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The lentigo on her face was just a harmless spot, much to her relief.
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Specific Types

There are specific types of lentigo, like 'lentigo maligna,' which are more serious.

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The biopsy concluded that the lentigo was in fact a lentigo maligna, requiring treatment.
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