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How does aging affect skin pigmentation according to the slides?
Options
A Aging always causes hyperpigmentation
B Aging always causes hypopigmentation
C Skin pigmentation may change with aging
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D Aging has no effect on pigmentation
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Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Skin pigmentation may change with aging. This can include age spots (hyperpigmentation) from sun exposure or decreased melanocyte activity leading to lighter areas.

Hint

Pigmentation can vary with age, often due to cumulative sun exposure.

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