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Port-wine stain (naevus flameus) birthmarks are named for their color. The color is similar to that of port wine. This type of birthmark belongs to a family of vascular disorders, in which the port wine color is created by the dilation of capillaries deep in the skin. Port-wine stains usually appear Continue Reading

Birthmarks, also known as nevi, are one of medicine’s great mysteries. Although the phenomenon has been around for centuries, medical science has been unable to pinpoint any true cause of birthmarks other than genetics. Even without an identifiable cause, however, the most important element to und ... Continue Reading

Port-wine stains are a type of vascular birthmarks. This type of birthmark consists of both superficial and much deeper blood vessels in the skin that result in a red or purple blotchy appearance. While a port-wine stain birthmark is not generally harmful, it may a symptom of a serious disease such ... Continue Reading

Birthmarks, like hemangioma, can occur in varying shapes and intensities. Some of the hemagniomas are quite minor and become increasingly less obvious as the individual ages. However, some hemangioamas are considered a serious problem at the first glance since it is obvious that they are permanent i ... Continue Reading

The majority of birthmarks do not require treatment, but in some cases treatment is necessary when a birthmark impedes breathing, speech or movement, or when the birthmark is large and leads to self-consciousness and emotional trauma. This happens most often with vascular birthmarks, which result fr ... Continue Reading

Birthmarks can occur any place on an individual’s body. While most birthmarks are unpredictable in their presence and location, they are usually unable to be removed. Birthmarks described as “port-wine” stains are very dark and almost impossible to cover or remove. Therefore, individuals havin ... Continue Reading

Birthmarks are blemishes on the skin that appear at or after birth, hence their name. Most birthmarks are harmless or benign, and twice as many females in comparison to males have birthmarks. There are 2 types of birthmarks that appear on the skin, namely vascular and pigmented birthmarks. Myth: All Continue Reading

While birthmarks appear unpredictably, there are certain factors that can increase the chances of them developing. These possibilities do not absolutely mean that birthmarks will develop or that the birthmark will be permanent. They are merely factors that increase the risk of developing birthmarks. Continue Reading

Birthmarks often develop over time with very little forewarning. Sometimes, what appears to be a birthmark is a scar or a bruise from trauma at birth. Below is an explanation of the symptoms of birthmarks. Dark Colored Spots Dark colored spots are often indicative of a bruise, but can also be the de ... Continue Reading

Although most birthmarks are harmless, some are large enough that they require treatment. Several types of treatment are used, depending upon the type, severity and location of the individual birthmark. What Types of Birthmarks Require Treatment? There are two types of birthmarks: vascular birthmark ... Continue Reading