How to treat birthmarks in children?

Birthmark is a very complex skin problem that can appear in various parts of the human body. The size of the birthmark can also vary. People are most afraid of birthmarks appearing in conspicuous parts, such as on the hands and face. Birthmarks on the face are particularly harmful. If a child has a birthmark, you need to go to the hospital for a detailed examination, understand the type of birthmark, and then take targeted treatment methods.

Birthmark treatment in children:

Generally speaking, red and black birthmarks are easier to remove, but blue birthmarks are not easy to remove. The method of birthmark removal also depends on the size, shape and location of the birthmark. Generally, birthmarks with a small area do not require skin grafting, but if the area is large, in addition to skin grafting, the flap method can also be used, but the operation time will be longer. Birthmarks on delicate skin are difficult to remove, scars are not easy to heal, and it is difficult to find equally delicate skin in other parts of the body for skin grafting. Laser treatment for birthmarks is also quite effective. If it is superficial skin damage such as freckles, capillary dilation, etc., laser can be used to remove them quickly and the effect is also very obvious. For some black birthmarks, generally 4-6 laser treatments are enough to restore the patient's skin to normal. Laser therapy is also very effective in treating skin vascular diseases such as port-wine stains. However, we must remind everyone that no matter what technology is used, scars cannot be completely avoided, so postoperative care must be done after treatment. It is important to protect the wound surface and avoid sun exposure, otherwise it will affect the effect of the operation.

Precautions for laser birthmark removal

1. Keep the area clean during laser birthmark removal to avoid infection and friction.

2. If there is indecisive skin on the birthmark area after laser removal, it should fall off by itself. Do not peel it off with your hands, otherwise there will be pigmentation.

3. After the scab falls off, there may be temporary pigmentation in the area, and sunscreen and freckle removal products can be used reasonably.

4. After laser birthmark removal, there will be a slight burning sensation and slight redness of the skin at the treated area. This is a normal reaction. If necessary, apply local cold compress to relieve or eliminate the redness and heat.

Wound care after laser birthmark removal

1. Apply honey directly on the skin or wound to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, stop bleeding, reduce edema and promote wound healing.

2. Increasing the intake of vitamin C can prevent senile arteriosclerosis to a certain extent, promote iron absorption, enhance the body's disease resistance, and promote wound healing. In daily life, there are many foods containing vitamin C. For example, fresh vegetables and fruits: vegetables include peppers, spinach, tomatoes, cauliflower, bitter gourd, etc.

3. The thick leaves of aloe vera contain rich sticky liquid, which can prevent and treat ulcers, promote wound healing, stimulate cell growth and stop bleeding. Foods that are good for wound healing.