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What does ocular melanosis mean? my baby has dark spots on whites of eyes. could it be a disease? his vision is 100% and his health is generally good

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Descriptive label: The label is a descriptive one meaning the eye surface contains recognized areas of melanin pigment with an unusual pattern. It is usually a benign condition and varies in frequency within several ethnic groups. About 1/20 have a risk over their lifetime of a transformation into a dangerous form of cancer. Regular checkups with an eye doc can recognize the need for treatment if it is ever needed.

Answered 8/23/2018

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