Medical question for medic types please.
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My daughter (20months) has just had a paediatrician appointment for osophageal reflux type problems.
The report was sent back to the gp, and a copy to us....All very good stuff etc, but I noticed that it said under the examination bit
"No dry skin, she appeared pale, she has a mongolian blue spot at the base of her spine, everything else was ok, respiration neurological things etc etc."
MONGOLIAN BLUE SPOT.....wtf is that!!!
I can't see any spots, and just maybe an area above her bumcheeks, about 3" in diameter that is a bit blueish, sort of bruiselike, but not a bruise and not really noticeable until you are aware of it.....The Paediatrician didn't say anything like that when we saw her as I would have had a similar reaction.
This isn't a rant at the medics in anyway, they have been bloody marvellous, so any helpful pointers would be gratefully received.
Mike.
The report was sent back to the gp, and a copy to us....All very good stuff etc, but I noticed that it said under the examination bit
"No dry skin, she appeared pale, she has a mongolian blue spot at the base of her spine, everything else was ok, respiration neurological things etc etc."
MONGOLIAN BLUE SPOT.....wtf is that!!! I can't see any spots, and just maybe an area above her bumcheeks, about 3" in diameter that is a bit blueish, sort of bruiselike, but not a bruise and not really noticeable until you are aware of it.....The Paediatrician didn't say anything like that when we saw her as I would have had a similar reaction.
This isn't a rant at the medics in anyway, they have been bloody marvellous, so any helpful pointers would be gratefully received.
Mike.
Have a look at http://parenting.allinfoabout.com/glossary/mongolianblue.html
(Powers of Google again...)
(Powers of Google again...)
From Google......
Blue birthmarks
Not all birthmarks are brown. The Mongolian blue spot is a blue colour, which looks like a bruise.
It’s more common in people with dark skin and usually appears on your lower back or buttocks. It doesn’t cause any problems and is unlikely to change in appearance, although it may fade over time.
Lot's more if you do a search........
Blue birthmarks
Not all birthmarks are brown. The Mongolian blue spot is a blue colour, which looks like a bruise.
It’s more common in people with dark skin and usually appears on your lower back or buttocks. It doesn’t cause any problems and is unlikely to change in appearance, although it may fade over time.
Lot's more if you do a search........
Googled.... www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001472.htm#Definition
Definition
Mongolian spots are flat bluish to bluish gray skin markings that commonly appear at birth (or shortly thereafter).
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Mongolian blue spots are common among darker skinned races, such as Asian, East Indian, and African. They are flat, pigmented lesions with nebulous borders and irregular shape. They appear commonly at the base of the spine, on the buttocks and back, and also can appear as high as the shoulders and elsewhere. Mongolian spots are benign skin markings and are not associated with any conditions or illnesses.
Occasionally, Mongolian blue spots are mistaken for bruises and questions about child abuse arise. It is important to recognize that Mongolian blue spots are birthmarks, NOT bruises.
Definition
Mongolian spots are flat bluish to bluish gray skin markings that commonly appear at birth (or shortly thereafter).
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Mongolian blue spots are common among darker skinned races, such as Asian, East Indian, and African. They are flat, pigmented lesions with nebulous borders and irregular shape. They appear commonly at the base of the spine, on the buttocks and back, and also can appear as high as the shoulders and elsewhere. Mongolian spots are benign skin markings and are not associated with any conditions or illnesses.
Occasionally, Mongolian blue spots are mistaken for bruises and questions about child abuse arise. It is important to recognize that Mongolian blue spots are birthmarks, NOT bruises.
silverback mike said:
My daughter (20months) has just had a paediatrician appointment for osophageal reflux type problems.
The report was sent back to the gp, and a copy to us....All very good stuff etc, but I noticed that it said under the examination bit
"No dry skin, she appeared pale, she has a mongolian blue spot at the base of her spine, everything else was ok, respiration neurological things etc etc."
I can't see any spots, and just maybe an area above her bumcheeks, about 3" in diameter that is a bit blueish, sort of bruiselike, but not a bruise and not really noticeable until you are aware of it.....The Paediatrician didn't say anything like that when we saw her as I would have had a similar reaction.
This isn't a rant at the medics in anyway, they have been bloody marvellous, so any helpful pointers would be gratefully received.
Mike.
Don't worry mate, all these people are correct, it's just one of those things, but means little.... the Paediatrician probably didnt mention it, as it is irrelevant.
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