TL;DR:
- Hemangiomas are benign skin lesions caused by blood vessel overgrowth, appearing in the first year of life, often in Caucasian girls.
- They typically appear as flat, red birthmarks that can grow into spongy masses, sometimes reaching up to 6 cm in size, then either fade by age 10 (80%) or persist as discoloration.
- The exact cause is unknown but may be linked to proteins from the placenta.
- Laser removal using the Cutera laser is safe, effective, and minimally invasive, causing blood vessel closure and gradual fading of the hemangioma.
- The laser procedure avoids damaging adjacent tissues and includes a cooling mechanism to reduce discomfort.
- Post-treatment, parents are advised on skincare for recovery, helping ensure smooth skin for the child.
Aneurysms in children is a problem that usually appears in the first year of a toddler's life and gradually fades with age. The ailment is characterized by single skin lesions, equipped with additional blood vessels. Sometimes they also tend to grow, but in 80% of cases they are absorbed by the age of 10. However, this does not mean that other children have to live with them. What are the methods of removing them?
What are hemangiomas?
Hemangiomas are skin nevi that usually appear in the first year of a child's life. The condition is usually benign in nature and consists of an overgrowth of small blood vessels. To date, it has not been clearly established what causes hemangiomas in young children. It is suspected that it may be related to a specific group of proteins that are produced by the placenta during pregnancy. Interestingly, hemangiomas are far more common in Caucasian girls. Aneurysms in a baby can appear both shortly after birth and within the first few weeks of life. Initially, they look like a small and flat birthmark, which is most often located on the face, scalp or back of the neck, and sometimes around the legs and hands. What's more, hemangiomas take on a bright red color because they are located close to the surface of the skin. With the passage of time, the small nevus gradually turns into a spongy mass that quickly grows above the skin surface, which can reach up to 6 cm in diameter. After this stage, the hemangioma stops growing and remains at rest for some time. It can then gradually fade away, or remain permanently on the child's skin in the form of a skin discoloration. Fortunately, there is the possibility of laser removal of the lesion in an aesthetic medicine clinic under the guidance of an experienced dermatologist.
Vascular lesions in children – laser removal.
One of the most effective, as well as safest methods of removing hemangiomas in a child is the Cutera laser developed in the USA, which is considered the latest generation model. The huge advantage of this method is its safety and the aforementioned effectiveness, so that the appearance of the child's skin will not cause discomfort in the following years of life. During the procedure, laser energy is directed locally at the hemangioma, which leads to intravascular coagulation and closure of blood vessels. As a result, the skin lesion ceases to be nourished by blood and there is a gradual darkening of the hemangioma. There may also be some bruising at the treatment site, and the treatment area gradually lightens over time.
At the same time, thanks to the precise beam of laser light, the adjacent tissues are not damaged during the treatment. Thus, it can be considered that the therapy does not cause side effects. The laser device is also equipped with a special cooling head, which alleviates unpleasant symptoms of pinching and burning during the treatment. After the therapy, the doctor discusses with the parents of the young patient how to take care of the skin to speed up its recovery and gradual recovery of its proper coloration. Everyone would like to be able to boast of beautiful and smooth skin with uniform coloration, so give such a chance to your child as well, that's what.
Conclusion
Hemangiomas in children often shrink with time, but not always completely. Laser treatment, like the Cutera laser, offers a safe and effective way to address persistent cases. This method prevents future discomfort by targeting the vascular lesion without harming surrounding tissue. If your child has a hemangioma causing distress, exploring laser therapy could be the step toward smoother, healthier skin.
