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<p>A 3-week-old male newborn was brought to the pediatrician with three large scalp lesions, which had appeared in the first week of life. His mother had similar lesions on her upper chest. What is the likely diagnosis?</p>

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A 3-week-old male newborn presented with three large scalp lesions, while his mother had similar lesions on her upper chest. The likely diagnosis is neonatal pustular melanosis (NPM).

Pustular Lesions in a 3-Week-Old Newborn and His Mother

large scalp lesion

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