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 Melanosis is the benign pigmentation of the mucosal surface of the vulva.
The areas are multiple, flat, and stable. Biopsy, if performed, will show
clusters of melanocytes with a benign appearance.
The cause is unknown but genetics presumably plays a role. Left alone,
they will remain stable for long periods of time, but may fade following childbirth.
As they do not pose a threat and are not a cosmetic issue, no treatment is
necessary.
Suspicious areas or areas that are rapidly changing should be biopsied.
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