| Dietary Supplements | Health Conditions | Healthy Nutrition | Natural Remedies | Skin Care | Metabolism | Cardiovascular Health |
|
 Pigmented Skin 3 Dec 2008 |
How to Get Rid of Birthmarks?
- Before turning to various birthmark removal methods, it’s important to understand what type of birthmark or birthmarks you have
- Hemangiomas are one type of raised birthmark that can appear in many pigmentation forms such as blue, red and purple
- Café-au-lait spots form another skin discoloration condition and are named for their light to chocolate brown coloration
All of us want perfect looking skin. After all, its our skin that helps create people’s first impressions of us and that helps us feel confident about ourselves. For many people, however, their birth marks have interfered with that dream. These marks on the skin which appear at birth are usually not harmful but many people are desperate to get rid of birth marks they believe makes them look less attractive. The good news is removal treatments are available in many cases.
Types of Birth Marks
Before you decide to get rid of birth marks on your body, you first need to identify what types you have because treatments can vary. One of the most common are port-wine stains which are called this because of their coloring (begins a light red and darkens to an almost purple shade). These can vary greatly in size. Some are small patches while others can cover large areas of the body.
Another common type of birth marks are hemangiomas. Unlike most birth marks which are flat, these are actually raised off the skin. The marks come in darker colors such as blue, red, and purple and can grow anywhere on the body. Some hemangiomas even grow inside the body.
Other types of birth marks include café-au-lait spots named for their light to chocolate brown coloration. Most of these marks are found on the legs or other parts of the body that are normally covered. Salmon patches are small, light-colored birth marks which appear on the upper face or the neck most frequently.
Be careful not to confuse birth marks with moles which are usually small, round, and dark in color. While birth marks rarely cause any health problems, moles do have a potential risk of developing into skin cancer so they should always be monitored closely.
Removing Birth Marks
Now that you understand some of the different types of birthmarks, you can learn how to eliminate them from your skin. Hemangiomas are probably the most serious form of birth marks and the ones which are most likely to require some type of treatment. That’s because they are caused by a cluster of blood vessels which do not grow normally. If multiple hermangiomas are present or if they are growing quickly, health problems can develop.
To get of birth marks like these, most physicians would recommend the use of pulsed dye laser or sometimes surgery for the removal of hemangiomas. For smaller examples of these birth marks, you may be able to take steroids that would stop the blood vessels from growing.
Port wine stain birthmarks are also commonly removed from the body, especially when they are rather large. The most common way to get of rid of birth marks such as these is through a laser treatment which stops its growth and attempts to return the skin to its normal color.
With the exception of surgery, most of these procedures cause discomfort to the patient but no severe pain. Obviously, if surgery is required to get rid of birth marks, anesthesia will be given so you don’t feel anything during the procedure.
The information supplied in this article is not to be considered as medical advice and is for educational purposes only.
-
SUBCATEGORIES
-
RELATED TERMS
sun damaged skin anti wrinkle skin care skin moisturizer skin discoloration collagen fibers Skin care vitamin pigmentation Dark Circles Under Eyes melasma birthmarks melanin production microdermabrasion treatment sun tanning Hyperpigmentation skin pigmentation birthmark removal high uv index age spots natural acne treatment pigmentation Hypoglycemia Hyperglycemia Low blood sugar symptoms High blood sugar symptoms causes of skin pigmentation laser birthmark removal -
Get articles and news by email
-
SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE
I had a huge birthmark removed from my back using pulsed dye laser. It was really a fairly painless procedure and I’m not as conscious about it anymore.
Can you explain wat prosedure? I have one on my leg n it drives me crazy.
I Have One On My Nose It Must Be Called Salmon Patch. It’s Got To Go !
The pulse dye lasers seem to be an excellent way to eliminate unwanted birthmarks. Skilled cosmetic surgeons are very adept at this procedure. I think it is important to remember to be attentive to post-surgical care, so the wound from the laser heals as quickly and efficiently as possible. Comprehensive oral nutrition including ample quality protein, unrefined essential fatty acids, and adequate vitamins and minerals are all very important for proper healing after any surgery. This will help to ensure that you get the most out of the procedure itself.
In Good Health,
Meredith
HI MY NAME IS VICKY AND I HAVE A CHOCOLATE BIRTHMARK ON MY LEG WHAT CAN I DO TO REDUCE IT I WHAS THINKING OF BUYING THE COSMETIC COVER UP BUT IM NOT SO SURE YET CAN YOU PLEASE HELP ME!!!MY CONFEDINCE LEVEL IS NOT HIGH CAUSE OF THAT I WOULD REALLY APPRICIATED IF YOU EMAIL ME!!!!
I also have a birthmark (cafe-au-lait) it covers both my legs, my backside down the side of my face and neck. Don’t let your confidence be affected by it! I was teased very badly as a child, I am now 28 and I do not let it bother me anymore. Confidence is the best cover up, be proud to be you just as you are
Hi, i have a very dark chocolate colored birthmark on my right breast. I would like to know what I can do to reduce it a lot! I am very self conscious about it, like I can never wear a cute bikini bathing suit, or any dresses or shirts with v-necks!
Please email me, and thank you!
By the way, ive tried multiple make-ups to cover it up, but its too dark to cover.. Any suggestions?
i have a horrible brown bithmark about the size of 2p coin on my leg and it makes me feel so uncomfortable when i go swimming or to the beach and hav a bikini on . is there any way i can get rid of it without having lasery surgery ? please answer thanks x
i have a cafe-au-lait on one side of my stomach and it goes right across to about the middle on my back i find it REALLY embarrassing when ever i wear a bikini so i put my arm around my body and i would like to find a way without surgery to get rid of it any suggestions?
I have a rectangle birthmark on the side or my face edging into my eyebrow and its about the size of 2 50p’s stuck together. i hate it hate it hate it, everytime i go swimming i have to keep my hair over my eyes just so people don’t see it. i cant even tie my hair back! i really really want some help because mine is all hairy so i cant put skin over it because the hairs will grow back under it. PLEEEEEAAASSSEEE reply im begging you , the doctors say it’s impossible and im drawn to killing my self please just help me ;[
heey, i have a chocolate coloured birthmark on my left side of my body its not extremely dark but still dark enough that im cautious of it. on my left leg my birthmark goes from my thigh down to my knee then stops then it starts on the side of my leg (left leg) and in the middle. i have recently jusst tried laser treatment for this however it has been 2 weeks and the test patch that was done has changed in colour apparently this is normal. though i am scared that the old skin will not peel off and i’ll be stuck with it. im always stressing out over it and always loose confidence when scoring a date or anything like that or ashamed to wear really nice clothes because of it and just want it off. can someone please help me any adivce from who ever has had the same problem please hellp me i will love you forever. (:
many thankssss.