Lewis has developed brown liver spots on his hands and face.His wife tells him they are "age spots." What is the name of the fatty molecules in the skin that are responsible for causing these spots?

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Lipofuscin is a type of fatty molecule that accumulates in cells as they age. When lipofuscin accumulates in the skin, it can cause brown spots known as age spots or liver spots.

Lewis Has Developed Brown Liver Spots on His Hands and Face.His