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My daughter's is 6, her dr stated she had nevus of ota on one eye, is observation every 6 month the only thing? no meds, treatment, or anything.

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Nevus of ota: Nevus of ota is a benign conglomeration of melanocytes in the eye and does not affect vision normally, it can be left alone or can undergo laser treatment.

Dr Ferguson and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/10/2013

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A member asked:

My daughter's is 6, her dr stated she had nevus of ota on one eye, is observation every 6 month the only thing? no meds, treatment, or anything.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Dr Ferguson and another doctor agreed

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