What is "nevus flammeus nuchae"

n. (context medicine English) A congenital and usually temporary capillary malformation in a newborn. It is generally pink and flat, and is caused by the dilation of blood vessels.

Naevus flammeus nuchae, often called stork bite or nevus simplex, is a congenital capillary malformation present in newborns. It is a common type of birthmark in a newborn and is usually temporary.