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Red patch on middle of baby's scalp

2025-12-19 13:48:08
My 5 month old baby has red patch on scalp. Also has dry flakes in 2-3 places on scalp. What could it be the reason? How to manage
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Greetings looks like hemangioma, kindly consult doctor in person

Answered2025-12-20 13:09:49

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