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Stork bite



Stork bite
Stork bite
Neonate
Neonate


Stork bite

Alternative Names:

Salmon patch; Nevus simplex
Treatment:

There is no treatment necessary. Lesions that persist past 3 years may be removed with a laser for improved appearance.


Expectations (prognosis):

The lesions normally disappear without treatment by the time the child is 18 months old.


Complications:

There are usually no complications.


Calling your health care provider:

All birthmarks should be examined by the health care provider during a routine well-baby examination.




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