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My son is 3. he has a red area on his balls, for a few months. just a redness. some days more red than others. the last while it appears slightly larger. he doesnt appear to be in pain. it is not raised, it is just a discoloration. im concerned?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Hemangioma: A congenital hemangioma would be a likely candidate. These are benign vascular malformations. Have your provider take a look at it.

Answered 8/14/2019

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A member asked:

My son is 3. he has a red area on his balls, for a few months. just a redness. some days more red than others. the last while it appears slightly larger. he doesnt appear to be in pain. it is not raised, it is just a discoloration. im concerned?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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