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What Causes Blue And Brown Marks On The Middle Of Spine?
Hi, i have these blue/brown marks down the middle of my spine. They are small and round and are placed where my spine bumps out (you know when you bend and crumB you back). They do not hurt but i have had them for almost 1 1/2 year now, so i dont know if i have to be worried..
Mon, 2 May 2022
Hi,
As per your history, blue / brown marks are present at the bony prominences of spine and are asymptomatic. The following can be the probable diagnostic options
1) Warts
2) Cafe au lait spots as in neurofibromatosis
3) Segmental pigmentation disorder
4) Becker naevus
5) Urticaria pigmentosa
My suggestion would be to observe the spots for any increase in size, pigmentation, spread, pain, redness etc. You don't need to rush to a doctor. Only if you observe rapid changes, then you need to consult. For now, you can remain calm and just keep observing.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Pallavi M., Anesthesiologist
As per your history, blue / brown marks are present at the bony prominences of spine and are asymptomatic. The following can be the probable diagnostic options
1) Warts
2) Cafe au lait spots as in neurofibromatosis
3) Segmental pigmentation disorder
4) Becker naevus
5) Urticaria pigmentosa
My suggestion would be to observe the spots for any increase in size, pigmentation, spread, pain, redness etc. You don't need to rush to a doctor. Only if you observe rapid changes, then you need to consult. For now, you can remain calm and just keep observing.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Pallavi M., Anesthesiologist
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Hi,
You don't seem to have any pain or breathlessness. These are mostly skin changes due to stretching or rubbing and you need not be worried due to that. Still get it examined by your family physician to exclude any skin issue.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
You don't seem to have any pain or breathlessness. These are mostly skin changes due to stretching or rubbing and you need not be worried due to that. Still get it examined by your family physician to exclude any skin issue.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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