Definition of Cafe Au Lait Spots

Cafe au lait spots, also known as cafe-au-lait macules or CAL spots, are flat patches on the skin that appear light brown in color. These spots are usually oval or irregularly shaped and can vary in size from a few millimeters to several centimeters in diameter. The name “cafe au lait” translates from French to “coffee with milk,” describing the characteristic color of these spots.