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What Do Brown Marks On The Lower Back Of A Child Indicate?

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Posted on Tue, 21 Jun 2016
Question: this appeared out of nowhere on my sons lower back. no fever. it doesnt hurt and not raised
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Answered by Dr. Ishu Bishnoi (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Consltation

Detailed Answer:
Hi, thanks for asking from HCM.


I can understand your concern. It could be

: XXXXXXX staining from some chemical, shirt colour. It could be acquired while lying supine and impression occurred on body.

Try to clean it by rubbing with soap and water. If it is getting cleared, it is good and confirmed.

: XXXXXXX induced hypermelanosis

: Brown spots or liver spots or melasma - It is usually after 50 years of age and presents on face, hands and scalp, but it can present at any age and sun exposed area.

It is treated by treating low haemoglobin, avoiding prolonged sun exposure, correcting hormonal imbalance.

As it is painless, you can wait for some time. If it disappears, no need to do anything. If not, consult dermatologist for examination and confirmation of diagnosis.

Hope it will help you.

Thanks. Take care.
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What Do Brown Marks On The Lower Back Of A Child Indicate?

Brief Answer: Consltation Detailed Answer: Hi, thanks for asking from HCM. I can understand your concern. It could be : XXXXXXX staining from some chemical, shirt colour. It could be acquired while lying supine and impression occurred on body. Try to clean it by rubbing with soap and water. If it is getting cleared, it is good and confirmed. : XXXXXXX induced hypermelanosis : Brown spots or liver spots or melasma - It is usually after 50 years of age and presents on face, hands and scalp, but it can present at any age and sun exposed area. It is treated by treating low haemoglobin, avoiding prolonged sun exposure, correcting hormonal imbalance. As it is painless, you can wait for some time. If it disappears, no need to do anything. If not, consult dermatologist for examination and confirmation of diagnosis. Hope it will help you. Thanks. Take care.