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Should I Be Concerned About My Son S Mottled Skin On Arms, Chest And Legs?

Hi, my son is nine and he has slightly mottled skin over he s arms, chest and legs. He has no temperature and is feeling well in himself. The skin isn t raised or bumpy. I have noticed that he s skin goes mottled if he is cold or just come out of the bath. Should I be concerned?
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Hi,

It may be physiological livedo reticularis. So, do not worry. It may vanish by itself without treatment. Still, you consult the dermatologist, okay.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ilyas Patel, Dermatologist
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Should I Be Concerned About My Son S Mottled Skin On Arms, Chest And Legs?

Hi, It may be physiological livedo reticularis. So, do not worry. It may vanish by itself without treatment. Still, you consult the dermatologist, okay. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilyas Patel, Dermatologist