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Can white birthmarks be removed naturally? Is it considered vitiligo or are they both completely different? (Photo)

E. KaiserJun 15, 2017
I have a white spot on my stomach, it's been there for quite a while and I have no idea if it's a birthmark or vitiligo.

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Dr. Jessica H. Kim, MD, FAAD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Answered on Jun 20, 2017
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Dr. Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended
Specialist Dermatologist
Answered on Jun 18, 2017
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