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5 Year Child Developed Light Brown Discoloration Around Pelvis And Groin Area. Should I Be Concerned?
Question: Hi,
My five year old son recently developed light brown discoloration around is pelvis and groin area. It is flat and seems to change color a bit (some days lighter or darker). I should also mention last year he developed a small cafe o latte on his shoulder. Is this discoloration normal or something to be concerned about ? XXXXXXX
My five year old son recently developed light brown discoloration around is pelvis and groin area. It is flat and seems to change color a bit (some days lighter or darker). I should also mention last year he developed a small cafe o latte on his shoulder. Is this discoloration normal or something to be concerned about ? XXXXXXX
Hello
Thanks for posting your query. As your son already developed cafe au lait spot, this also could be the same. These spots can be seen normally in 10% of individuals. Only if they are more than six in number and more than 0.5 cms at the time of birth it may indicate a development of neurofibroma in future. Otherwise you need not worry and it is best left alone.
Have a good day
Prasad pvs
Thanks for posting your query. As your son already developed cafe au lait spot, this also could be the same. These spots can be seen normally in 10% of individuals. Only if they are more than six in number and more than 0.5 cms at the time of birth it may indicate a development of neurofibroma in future. Otherwise you need not worry and it is best left alone.
Have a good day
Prasad pvs
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