Diabetic dermopathy (also known as "shin spots") is a type of
skin lesion usually seen in people with
diabetes mellitus. It is characterized by dull-red
papules that progress to well-circumscribed, small, round, atrophic hyperpigmented
skin lesions usually on the shins. It is the most common of several
diabetic skin conditions, being found in up to 30% of diabetics. Similar lesions can occasionally be found in non-diabetics usually following trauma or injury to the area; however, >4 lesions strongly suggests diabetes.