FreeMD® Macular Stains: Definition

Macular Stains

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Macular Stains Definition

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Macular Stains

An infant with a macular stain has a flat, red birthmark on the skin of the face or neck. Macular stains are the most common type of birthmark, and usually disappear within one year.

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Birthmarks
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Last Updated: Dec 31, 2007 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Macular Stains References:

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Geronemus RG, Ashinoff R: The medical necessity of evaluation and treatment of port-wine stains. J Dermatol Surg Oncol 1991 Jan; 17(1): 76-9.
Vidaurri-de la Cruz H, Happle R. Two distinct types of speckled lentiginous nevi characterized by macular versus papular speckles. Dermatology. 2006;212(1):53-8.