Strawberry birthmarks in infants
Strawberry birthmark is also termed as hemangioma. It is a type of vascular birthmark. In this the birthmark looks like a red colored swelling on the infant’s body. Even though, this birthmark might be there at the time o birth, it may come into notice only after a few weeks. The size increases till 8 months of age and the shape and color becomes like a strawberry.
It is important to know about the types of strawberry birthmarks. It can be categorized as superficial hemangiomas and cavernous hemangiomas. Superficial hemangiomas are external in nature and are found on the skin of the infant whereas cavernous hemangiomas are internal in nature and are found in the internal organs.... Read More
Congenital Melanocytic nevus
Congenial melanocytic nevus is a type of mole that is found in infants at birth Statistics reveal that this occurs in 1 percent of the infants in USA. And in 15 percent of the cases the area where the mole is located are neck and head. Now, let us see how does congenial melanocytic nevus look like? Well, the look of congenial melanocytic nevus is just like the one which.... Read More
Birthmark removal home remedy
It is not clear as to what are the exact causes of birthmarks. There are many unproved theories in this regards. However, no such theories have any factual evidence to support the same. Some birth marks remain for lifetime and some birthmarks fade away with time. However, there are certain home remedies which one can try to get rid of the prominence of birth marks. There is no such guarantee that it will succeed, but there isn’t any harm.... Read More
Birthmark removal surgery
Some people are born with birth marks. Birthmarks can be described as a mark on the body of the person and which does not disappear easily. This mark is unique to that particular person. Birthmarks may vary in size and color. It can happen anywhere on the skin of the body. Birthmarks can be categorized into 3 types, mainly vascular birthmarks, macular birthmarks and.... Read More
The Significance of Surgery to Acne Sufferers
You may have thought that it is just merely acne but it could be more than what you have in mind…
Acne is classified into two main taxonomies, namely the mild and serious types. For mild acne, the typical treatment options as such with the contemporary acne medicines could be used by the sufferer. However, those who are suffering from a more serious acne types may not be able to obtain relief from the usual treatments. Evident of this case is the cystic acne.... Read More
Removing skin moles at home
Skin moles can be removed at home with very little or no scarring and skin damage. Flaxseed powder mixed into a paste along with flaxseed oil and honey is very effective. This should be applied on moles thrice a day for results to be seen in a few weeks. The milk juice of a banyan tree’s trunk applied thrice a day is also good to remove moles. Also effective is a mixture of baking powder and castor oil applied on the mole overnight until the mole disappears.... Read More