Birthmarks

The Condition

Birthmarks are areas of discolored and/or raised skin that are present at birth or within a few weeks of birth. Birthmarks are made up of malformed blood vessels or malformed pigment cells.

Vascular Lesions

Birthmarks made up of malformed blood vessels are known in the medical world as Vascular Lesions. These can be shades of red and blue/grey in color. Please click here to find out more about specific types of Vascular Lesion and the treatments available [more]

Pigmented Lesions

Birthmarks made up of malformed pigment cells are known in the medical world as Pigmented Lesions. They are usually a shade of brown in color. Please click here to find out more about specific types of Pigmented Lesion and the treatments available [more]

Please note that this information should be used only as a guide to your treatment. All specifics will be discussed with your Physician at your consultation.

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