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A birthmark is an unusual mark or blemish anywhere on the skin that exists from birth.

Dr. Adetokunboh Ajoku reviewed this

45 year experience in Pediatrics

Is a type of:

Skin conditions

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

Body locations

Skin

Is Symptom of

Hemangioma
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