1. Birthmarks are permanent.
■ False. There are actually many different types of birthmark. Some of them are permanent, but others will often fade as the child grows up.
2. They are genetic and can be inherited.
■ False. Birthmarks aren’t usually inherited or genetic. But it’s not fully understood why they occur, although some can be related to other conditions.
3. Sometimes they can be dangerous.
■ True. It does depend where they are on the body. If a type of birthmark blocks a baby’s airways, becomes ulcerated or affects vision, medical treatment or an operation would be recommended.
4. They can appear anywhere.
■ True. They mostly appear on the skin, but you can also have a birthmark on the inside of the body.
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