Find top doctors who perform Birthmark Treatments in Gurnee, IL. Whether you’re seeking treatment or looking to schedule a preventative screening, we can connect you with the best dermatologists near you in Gurnee, IL.
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Septon Dermatology Association
Gurnee, IL 60031
Solomon, Samuel
Gurnee, IL 60031
Martin Luther Blue
Gurnee, IL 60031
Lake Co General & Vascular
Gurnee, IL 60031
Kontrick Andrew
Gurnee, IL 60031
Neda Zergollern Tkalcevic
Gurnee, IL 60031
Samuel Solomon
Gurnee, IL 60031
Benjamin Dubin
Gurnee, IL 60031
Samuel Solomon
Gurnee, IL 60031
Tkalcevic, Neda Z – Dermatology & Laser Ctr
Gurnee, IL 60031
Arroyo, Martha
Gurnee, IL 60031
Cohen, Aaron F – Vein Clinics Of America
Gurnee, IL 60031
Neda Tkalcevic
Gurnee, IL 60031
Beetler, Kara – Vein Centers For Excellence
Gurnee, IL 60031
Neda Z Tkalcevic
Gurnee, IL 60031
Andrew John Kontrick
Gurnee, IL 60031
Solomon, Samuel – North Suburban Dermatology
Gurnee, IL 60031
Dubin, Benjamin
Gurnee, IL 60031
Shanker David B
Gurnee, IL 60031
Benjamin Aaron Dubin
Gurnee, IL 60031
Birthmark Treatments FAQ in Gurnee, IL
How many treatments does it take to remove a birthmark?
In our experience, the best results occur when a series of treatments, usually between four and six, take place over two or three years. The length of each treatment session varies according to whether your child has treatment under general anaesthetic or local anaesthetic and the characteristics of their birthmark.
Is there a cream to remove birthmarks?
Timolol. Another medication that can shrink a birthmark, such as a hemangioma, is Timolol. Unlike propranolol, it is applied topically to the birthmark.
What kind of birthmarks are rare?
Venous Malformations These birthmarks are very rare. A vascular malformation is a tangle of blood vessels that are usually bigger and more protruding than other blood vessel birthmarks. Venous malformations do not fade away over time and often need to be treated.
How can I fade my birthmarks?
medicines – to reduce blood flow to the birthmark, which can slow down its growth and make it lighter in colour. laser therapy – where heat and light are used to make the birthmark smaller and lighter (it works best if started between 6 months and 1 year of age)
Can a brown birthmark be removed?
Some birthmarks are suitable for surgical excision, which will completely remove the birthmark but will leave a scar. If you are interested in surgical treatment you will need to see a plastic surgeon. Your GP may be able to advise you further. Some birthmarks are suitable for laser treatment to fade the brown pigment.
How painful is birthmark removal?
Recovery from birthmark removal treatments is an easy process, with minimal downtime and very little to no pain. Patients can expect to return to work and other normal activities the next day after having the procedure.
What do birthmarks mean medically?
Birthmarks are areas of discolored and/or raised skin that are apparent at birth or within a few weeks of birth. Birthmarks are made up of malformed pigment cells or blood vessels. Although the cause of birthmarks is not known, most of them are benign (noncancerous) and do not require treatment.
How do you prevent birthmarks?
There is no known way to prevent birthmarks. People with birthmarks should use a good quality sunscreen when outdoors in order to prevent complications.
What age do birthmarks appear?
They may not appear at birth, but often develop in the first 2 months. Strawberry hemangiomas are more common in premature babies and in girls. These birthmarks often grow in size for several months, and then gradually begin to fade. They may bleed or get infected in rare cases.
Are birthmarks genetic?
Some birthmarks are hereditary and run in families, but most aren’t. Very occasionally, some are caused by gene mutations. For example, some babies born with a type of birthmark called port-wine stains (because they look similar to a splash of wine) may have a rare condition called Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome.
Why do people get birthmarks?
Birthmarks generally result from an overgrowth of a structure that is normally present in the skin. For example, an overgrowth of blood vessels produces vascular birthmarks or haemangiomas; an overgrowth of pigment cells produces congenital naevi or moles.