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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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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Self-Care Guidelines
There are no self-care measures for oral melanotic macules.
When to Seek Medical Care
See your doctor for any new dark spot on the lips or inside the mouth.  Similarly, any existing spot that changes size, shape, or color should also be evaluated promptly.
Last Modified: 18 Oct 2007

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