Description
Mongolian spots are flat, blue or blue-gray skin markings that commonly appear at birth or shortly after. They are not a sign of disease. They typically disappear in 3-5 years. They can sometimes look like bruises and children that have them are sometimes mistakenly thought to have been victims of child abuse.
Symptoms
Blue or blue-gray spots on the back, buttocks, base of spine, shoulders, and other body areas, flat area with irregular shape and unclear edges, normal skin texture
Tests
Common tests used for diagnosis and treatment
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. No tests are needed. The doctor can diagnose this condition by looking at the skin.
Specialists:
Pediatrics
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. No tests are needed. The doctor can diagnose this condition by looking at the skin.
Specialists:
Pediatrics
Treatment
No treatment is needed. Mongolian spots typically disappear after 3-5 years.