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White patch on skin: A cause for concern?

Generally, a discolored patch on skin isn’t cause for concern. Skin discoloration can be triggered by a number of causes, including:

Consult a dermatologist for an evaluation if the discolored patch on your son’s arm continues to enlarge or if additional patches appear in other places.

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