UPSC-CMS 2023 — Dermatology

Q: Consider the following in respect of Salmon patch : 1. It is a hemangioma. 2. Its usual site is nape of neck. 3. It is common in children. 4. It needs surgical excision. Which of the statements given above are correct ?

2 and 3. ***2 and 3*** - **Salmon patches**, also known as nevus simplex or stork bites, are common capillary malformations occurring in up to 70% of newborns, making them common in children. - They frequently appear on the **nape of the neck**, eyelids, glabella, and forehead. *1, 3 and 4* - Salmon patches are **capillary malformations**, not true hemangiomas, which are benign vascular tumors. - They are typically benign and resolve spontaneously, and therefore **do not require surgical excision**. *1, 2 and 4* - Salmon patches are **capillary malformations**, not hemangiomas, and are common in children and usually found on the nape of the neck. - They are benign and **do not require surgical excision**, as most fade spontaneously. *1, 2 and 3* - Salmon patches are a type of **capillary malformation**, distinct from hemangiomas. - While they are common in children and often found on the nape of the neck, they are not hemangiomas. [Practice more Dermatology PYQs on OnCourse]

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Consider the following in respect of Salmon patch : 1. It is a hemangioma. 2. Its usual site is nape of neck. 3. It is common in children. 4. It needs surgical excision. Which of the statements given above are correct ?