Self teaching module for the influence of culture and pigment on skin
conditions in children
James G. Dinulos, MD and Elinor A. Graham, MD, MPH
Harborview Medical Center, Seattle, WA
Spring 1999
Category 3: Common Conditions seen in Infancy and Early Childhood
Photo 12: Mongoloid Spots on Extremities
The Mongoloid spots on this infant show a less common presentation on the
lower extremities. These could be confused with a bruise on the ankle.
Go to Photo 13: Transient
Neonatal Pustular Melanosis
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