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Birthmarks - Pigmented
Alternate Names : Cafe-Au-Lait Spots, Congenital Nevus, Hairy Nevus, Mole, Nevi, Nevus Sebaceous
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Pigmented Birthmarks Treatment
Treatment varies depending on the type of birthmark and associated conditions. Usually no treatment is required for the birthmark itself.
Large or prominent nevi that affect the appearance and self-esteem may be covered with special cosmetics.
Moles may be removed surgically if they affect the appearance or if they have an increased cancer risk. Be sure to discuss your options with your doctor to decide how and when to remove any moles.
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• Definition
• Pigmented Birthmarks Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Pigmented Birthmarks Symptoms & Signs
• Pigmented Birthmarks Prevention
• Pigmented Birthmarks Diagnosis & Tests
• Pigmented Birthmarks Treatment
• Pigmented Birthmarks Prognosis
• Pigmented Birthmarks Complications
• Pigmented Birthmarks Support Groups
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
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Topics that might be of interest to you Diseases & Conditions
• Birthmarks - Red
• Cancer
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• Skin Cancer
Tests & Exams
• Biopsy
Other Topics
• Bleeding
• Itching
• Rashes
• Skin - Abnormally Dark or Light
• Skin Lumps
Review Date : 4/17/2003
Reviewed By : Michael Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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