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What Causes Dark Circles Under The Eyes Of A Child?
Hello.I have noticed that my 4 month old has dark circles under his eyes for over a week now.He has had loose stools since then too and more than usual.The dark circles were like streaks or lines but now i feel they are getting more.Otherwise he is feeding normally and alert as before.Though i feel he doesnt sleep very well at night.Should i be worried?
Wed, 16 Oct 2019
Hi,
Darkenening of skin in otherwise fair child needs evaluation. Please check his sodium potassium levels early onset congenital adrenal hyperplasia could lead to darkening of skin due to raised acth level along with dyselectremia.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Prasanna Lakshmi, Pediatrician
Darkenening of skin in otherwise fair child needs evaluation. Please check his sodium potassium levels early onset congenital adrenal hyperplasia could lead to darkening of skin due to raised acth level along with dyselectremia.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Prasanna Lakshmi, Pediatrician
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