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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Skin Coloration
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Sep 20, 2001 12:00AM
, Sep 20, 2001 12:00AM
Carotenemia. Kids like yellow vegetables but don't break down carotene as well as adults. This makes them a little yellow for a while, and then they grow out of it. Check with the pediatrician who no doubt has already noticed this. Most carotenemic kids are about 10 months old. Should be gone soon in yours.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
