Café Au Lait Patches Are Numbered with Each Assessment of Infants

question 41

Multiple Choice

Café au lait patches are numbered with each assessment of infants and young children because

• A)their numbers are expected to increase each year.
• B)coalescent lesions are a more serious finding.
• C)the presence of more than six patches suggests neurofibromatosis.
• D)decreasing numbers are expected with growth.
• E)a higher number correlates with the development of erythema toxicum.

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Definitions:

Endometriosis

A painful disorder in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterine cavity, leading to pain and possibly fertility problems.

Menarche

The occurrence of the first menstrual cycle in a female, marking the onset of reproductive capability.

Heavy Menstrual Bleeding

A condition characterized by excessive blood loss during menstruation which can impact daily activities and overall health.

Pelvic Organ Prolapse

A condition where the pelvic organs drop from their normal position due to weakening of the muscles and tissues supporting them.