Lentigos are freckles, appearing as flat, light brown spots on the skin.
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Lentigo Simplex  A parent's guide to condition and treatment information

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Lentigos are freckles, appearing as flat, light brown spots on the skin.
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Signs and Symptoms
Lentigo simplex can occur anywhere on the body, including areas that are not exposed to sunlight. They appear as brown-to-almost-black, small spots, usually 3 mm or smaller in diameter. The edges of the lesions may be smooth or somewhat jagged with even distribution of color.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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