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Blueberry muffin syndrome

Description

Blue-red marks on a baby's skin that can be caused by blood disorders, a tumor or an infection that spreads to the baby before birth.

When to seek immediate medical care

See a doctor immediately if:

  • These marks appear within the first six weeks after a baby is born.

Last Updated: January 9th, 2024


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