Idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis

Idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis is characterised by multiple small whitish flat spots.^[2] They are typically irregular, well defined and frequently appear on the arms, legs, and faces of older people.^[2]

Idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis
Other names	Leukopathia symmetrica progressiva
Specialty	Dermatology
Risk factors	Older age[1]
Diagnostic method	Appearance[2]

It occurs in up to 80% of people over 70 years old.^[1] Females may notice it at a younger age than males.^[3]

See also

• List of cutaneous conditions
• Skin lesion