Question 1

what is the treatment for a strawberry birthmark?

Accepted Answer

Watchful waiting: Most strawberry "hemangiomas" will resolve on their own with time with no specific treatment at all. A general rule is that 90% will resolve by age 9, 70% by age 7, and 50% by age 5. If it is in a location that may be worrisome (such as the eyelid or nasal cavity), your doctor may refer you to a specialist for treatment sooner. This is because they tend to enlarge a bit before they get smaller.

Question 2

is it necessary to get treatment for a discolored birthmark?

Accepted Answer

If they change: Discolored, or pigmented, birthmarks do carry a small risk of becoming a skin cancer.  Like any pigmented skin lesions, these should be watched and if there is a change in their appearance, they should be removed.

Question 3

i have a black birthmark that covers my bum completely, can it be gotten rid by laser treatment? or what would laser treatment do for the birthmark?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: Some of these are full thickness "bathing trunk" nevi that are removed surgically in stages when necessary. Need arises in some as skin cancers can arise from their base. There are other possible treatments that are really only possible when you consider the true cause/diagnosis of the type of birthmark. The description is too vague to apply a diagnosis. A dermatologist exam is needed.

Question 4

how to remove cafe au lait birthmark for new born baby? its light brown color in her cheek. is there any home remedy or treatment to lighten the color

Accepted Answer

No: These are deeply pigmented areas. If it is single, there may be no concerns other than cosmetic. However, if there are 5 or more that are 1/2 inch or larger, it may indicate neurofibromatosis.

Question 5

hi recently got a tattoo on my left thigh to cover a portwine birthmark although i did have lazer treatment before hand is it possible to remove ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Port wine stains and tattoos are removed with different types of lasers. Depending on the colors involved in the tattoo will determine how difficult it will be to remove. Consult with a local dermatologist to get further info and design a treatment plan.

Question 6

what are some of the non-drug treatments for birthmark?

Accepted Answer

The non drug treatments for Birthmark include::   Watchful waiting, Surgery.

Question 7

what treatments are available for a purple 'birthmark' on my lower lip. i tried laser 8 years ago but it didn't work.

Accepted Answer

HEMANGIOMA: There is a lot of treatments done in surgery nowadays. Consult a surgeon who is good on that. Good luck !

Question 8

my 2 month daughter has 2 strawberry birthmarks, one on her diaper area and the other one is on her neck close to her ear.  what are safe treatments?

Accepted Answer

Few options: depending on the actual diagnosis of the strawberry birthmarks, there may be several treatment options. Treatments are safe and often effective but this varies based on the actual diagnosis of the birthmark. Treatments should typically involve a dermatologist that specializes in pediatrics so a proper diagnosis and treatment plan can be discussed.

Question 9

i have a newborn and i can't find her birthmark will it come later ?

Accepted Answer

Birthmark?: Are you sure you're referring to a birthmark - a dark pigmented spot on the skin?  It's okay if your baby doesn't have one.  Many babies don't have birthmarks.

Question 10

i have a birthmark like mark near my wrist. it is light brown and i didn't have it before. what might it be?

Accepted Answer

Not all birthmarks: are present at birth, Need to see lesion to determine what it is. But other diagnoses can include fungal infections, postinflammatory hyperpigmentation to name a few, see derm for answers and treatment options

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I have a black birthmark that covers my bum completely, can it be gotten rid by laser treatment? or what would laser treatment do for the birthmark?

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How to remove cafe au lait birthmark for new born baby? its light brown color in her cheek. is there any home remedy or treatment to lighten the color

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Hi recently got a tattoo on my left thigh to cover a portwine birthmark although i did have lazer treatment before hand is it possible to remove ?

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What are some of the non-drug treatments for birthmark?

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What treatments are available for a purple 'birthmark' on my lower lip. i tried laser 8 years ago but it didn't work.

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My 2 month daughter has 2 strawberry birthmarks, one on her diaper area and the other one is on her neck close to her ear. what are safe treatments?

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I have a newborn and i can't find her birthmark will it come later ?

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I have a birthmark like mark near my wrist. it is light brown and i didn't have it before. what might it be?

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