Vascular, Lymphatic and Systemic Conditions

Picture of Salmon Patch on Newborn

Picture of Salmon Patch on Newborn

Salmon Patch on Newborn. Salmon patches are irregularly shaped pink, red, or purple marks that generally appear on the face or the back of the neck of a newborn. They are also called stork bites and are harmless. They often disappear on their own in a few months.

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Text Source: Cleveland Clinic