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Laser Removal of Hemangiomas (Birthmarks)

Hemangiomas are strawberry colored "birthmarks". They are not rare, and vary from tiny to large and multiple tumor-like growths. They are not true birthmarks since they are mostly not seen at birth, but start in infancy and then begin to grow. Hemangiomas first appear from birth up to 18 months, and then slowly shrink. Lasers can safely and easily remove hemanginomas.

Hemangiomas are a common type of vascular birthmark. About 10 percent of Caucasians have Hemangiomas. Hemangiomas may vary in appearance, from red, raised patches to deeper, purple areas. Hemangiomas usually appear within the first month of life, grow rapidly for the first year, and may start to go away by the time the child is 5 years old. Fifty percent of Hemangiomas become smaller naturally by age 5. Hemangiomas are either superficial or deep. Surgery may be indicated for large or growing Hemangiomas, or Hemangiomas that are causing problems because of their location. The type of laser usually used for this condition is the pulsed dye laser. Multiple treatments may be necessary.

Café au lait macules: These are tan-colored lesions that may appear anywhere on the body. The size of the lesions varies. Some of the lesions can be very large, and cosmetic removal may be desired. A variety of lasers may be used for removal of these spots.

If you have any questions about laser birthmark removal or any our dermatological laser treatments, including laser removal of hemaginomas please feel free to contact Board Certified Dermatologist, Board Certified Dermatopathologist, Babar K. Rao, MD, FAAD at his Manhattan, New York, New Brunswick, New Jersey, or Fresno, California offices.

 

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