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What Causes Progressive Blackish Discoloration In An Infant?

Hello doctors . My 6-week old baby has been developping progressive blackish discoloration that has covered the lower lip and is now starting on the upper . The Peutz-Jeh]ghers syndrome doesn t seem likely , and the baby is otherwise healthy .Mother hasn t taken medications during conceptin other than the tonics and very occaionally omeprazole or ranitidine . ! Help , please .
Fri, 22 Jul 2016
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Hi...there is a condition called Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia. I suggest you consult your pediatrician and if you can, suggest to work up in this line.

Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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What Causes Progressive Blackish Discoloration In An Infant?

Hi...there is a condition called Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia. I suggest you consult your pediatrician and if you can, suggest to work up in this line. Regards - Dr. Sumanth