What is a Spot on the Human Body

     Spots on the skin are most likely going to be

 the most common of all skin issues. 

Spots may be multi-functional, multi-faceted, and

 multicolour and have any one of an entire

 multitude of various different reasons for

 appearing — ranging from mild acne through to

 serious full-on skin problems. Knowing what is

 producing the spots and how to recognize them

 will prompt you to be better aware of your own

 skin. 

### **Types of Spots

Here is the close-up examination of the most

 common kinds of spots you can have on your

 body:

#### 1. **Acne and Pimples**

They are created by blocked pores because of an

 over-load of bacteria, dead skin, and oil. 

They usually come out on the back, chest, face,

 and shoulders. Common kinds are:

- Whiteheads

- Blackheads

- Papules

- Pustules

- Nodules or cysts (severe)

#### 2. **Freckles**

Small brown macules, benign in nature, more

 prominent on light-colored persons. 

Darken further with sun and fade in winter.

#### 3. **Sunspots (Solar Lentigines)**

Even surface, uniform dark color due to sun

 damage, appearing after a few years, occurring

 in older people. Cosmetic flaw without

 destruction.

#### 4. **Moles**

Moles are usually flat, brown or black, rounded,

 and even. 

They are usually harmless, although some

 become cancerous and develop into melanoma,

 skin cancer. To examine moles, one applies the

 "ABCDE" rule:

- **A**symmetry

- **B**order irregularity

- **C**olor variation

- **D**iameter larger than 6mm

- **E**volution or change

#### 5. **Rashes**

Spots due to inflammation are caused by allergy

 or infection. 

The spots appear suddenly and are itchy, red, or

 scaly.

#### 6. **Birthmarks

Brown or black pigmented or red or purple

 vascular. All of them are harmless, although

 some of the large, bumpy birthmarks need a

 doctor's appointment.

#### 7. **Skin Infections**

- **Viral:** Chickenpox, measles, warts

- **Bacterial:** Impetigo, boils

- **Fungal:** Ringworm, athlete's foot

These have characteristic appearances and may

 have special treatments to be done.

#### 8. **Other Conditions**

- **Eczema and Psoriasis:** Long-term skin

 conditions that cause scaly red patches.

- **Keratosis Pilaris:** Tiny bumps usually on top

 arm and thighs.

- **Liver Spots:** Also age spots, in older

 individuals.

### **Causes of Spots**

- **Hormonal changes:** Normal part of puberty,

 pregnancy, or menstruation

- **Sun exposure:** Melanin accumulation, to

 freckles or sunspots

- **Allergies or irritants:** Which cause contact

 dermatitis

- **Infections:** Viral, bacterial, or fungal

- **Genetics:** Genetic inheritance of some spots and disease

- **Aging:** Daily aging of skin with age

### **Prevention and Care**

- Use sunscreen every day to avoid sun spots

- Eat a healthy diet and drink plenty of water

- Wash your skin daily and moisturize

- Avoid picking spots to avoid scarring

- Use non-comedogenic (pore-blocking) products

### **When to Seek Medical Advice**

Not everything can be treated, but visit a doctor

 or dermatologist if:

- Part is growing, changing, or oozing

- Itches, hurts, or you've got discharge

- Multiple new places all at once

- Mole or spot is irregular

### **Conclusion**

Spots on the body are usually benign but may

 sometimes indicate underlying conditions. 

One needs to be vigilant about the kind of spot

 and be observant for changes. In uncertain

 circumstances, always go see a health provider

 for proper diagnosis and treatment.