This image displays a typical brown oral melanotic macule, a flat, small lesion. This image displays a persistent brown spot on the lips called an oral melanotic macule. Oral melanotic macules typically have an even, brown color with a regular border. This image displays an oral melanotic macule in addition to freckling on the face. This image displays an oral melanotic macule on the gums.
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Oral Melanotic Macule  Information for adults

Picture of Oral Melanotic Macule: This image displays a typical brown oral melanotic macule, a flat, small lesion. Divider line
This image displays a typical brown oral melanotic macule, a flat, small lesion.
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References


Bolognia, Jean L., ed. Dermatology, pp.1094. New York: Mosby, 2003.

Freedberg, Irwin M., ed. Fitzpatrick's Dermatology in General Medicine. 6th ed, pp.1083. New York: McGraw-Hill, 2003.

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