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Whats the bump-like bruise that appears reddish on my babys forehead whenever she stretch and cry?

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Dr. Peri Suzan Gunay answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Bump: If the area is raised then it may be a mastocytoma, which is a benign birthmark like collection of cells which release histamine when stimulated forming a hive. Otherwise it could be an infantile temporary birthmark called nevis flammeus or angel kisses!

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/10/2013

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