Has anyone every had an hemangioma birthmark removed?
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<>Here are some varied reference readings on the subject:\nhttp://www.blemish-be-gone.com/birthmarkremoval-p-10.html\nhttp://health.learninginfo.org/laser-birthmark-removal.htm\nhttp://www.cosmeticsurgery.com/research/cosmetic-surgery/Birthmark-Removal/
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While the people above gave great answers. So I won't repeat what was said.\n\nBut I just had surgery to remove this tumor one month ago. \nSo I did alot of searching for information about this kind of surgery.\n\nI found a website that is dedicated to this kind of tumor.\nIt is loaded with information, pictures, stories from others who are going through/been through this kind of surgery.\n\nThey have a forum where you can ask 100's of people, Questions you may have about before/during/after the operation.\n\nMy tumor was benign.(thank God) \nGood luck to you or whoever is going through this.
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I have a mole on my um... cha-cha lol! I'ts small and looks like a shave bump but I am self concious of it. I do have a cute red heart shaped birthmark on my right breast so I guess you win some you lose some.
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it doesn't hurt one bit. they numb your mole with a shot. the shot doesnt hurt at all. i have the biggest fear of needles and i'm fine. then if it is raised then they just scrape it off but if it is even with your skin then they scoop it out like ice cream. depending on the doctor and size they will pull it together with stitches or leave it. if you have the option take the stitches b/c if they leave it then it raises and looks bad. i have had a few removed and all those times i didnt even realize they were finished because i didn't feel a thing. Also, my insurance covered it so I am not sure how much it costs. Good luck with it. :)
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I have never heard of this happening. I had one with my first child, they stitched it up and it healed, I never had problems with it after that. She might want to go to a different doc cause it seems like something wasn't done right.
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You can't remove a hickey, which is actually a bruise...only time can make it go away.  A bruise is blood that has leaked into the tissues and it has to be absorbed.  Now you can speed the absorption buy applying some heat a few times a day but, in the end, it will require time.\n\nYou can cover it with a makeup called dermablend which is designed to cover birthmarks.  It is pricey but hides even the most severe of birthmarks (port wine stain) so will easily cover a bruise.
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They're called Port Wine Stains because of the colour.  They are a type of birthmark and can be removed by laser surgery.
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I've had a few moles removed. I had two sliced off and that was quite easy and didn't leave much of a scar - just a white spot. The other two I had cut out and that was less easy but still nothing major. My Mum had a melanoma removed. She has a big hole in her leg but fortunately it hadn't spread. Get any moles you're vaguely worried about off and then you won't have to worry about them developing into something nasty later.
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Hi, I am 47 and I recently had an operation to remove my blocked lymph node, also in my right armpit. The operation was done quickly with an anaesthetic injected into my armpit. No fuss, quick cut, quick scratch out, disinfectant (flush out). They do not stitch under your arm because of the fear of infection. After the operation, you have to flush the wound each morning and evening or more often if need be,  with hot water (as hot as you can bear) and then disinfect the wound with alchohol or suitable equivalent! Cover the wound lightly with lint and use a plaster (each time you flush) to fix it in place under your arm. After a couple of weeks, the "operation hole" closes naturally, and you are left with a little scar of about 1cm!\n\nI understand your thoughts fully though, I thought exactly the same..oh no..cancer, so I went straight to the emergency unit here in Switzerland and left without the lump after about 2 hours, most of which was waiting time!\n\nBut, I am not a doctor, so the best you can do is consult your GP first of all! Good luck!
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No Problem, had one on my back in march. But, be sure they do a biopsy on the mole, they did on mine, oops..... Hospital....big bit of flesh out around mole....... was biopsied, was clear (of cancer) Just relax, it will hurt less.
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Squamous cell does not lead to melanoma because squamous is a completely different type of cell and skin cancer. You can have both types of skin cancer but not in the same exact spot. Followup should be in six months if you don't have any other suspicious skin lesions and once a year after this original follow up.\n\nIf the squamous cell was removed recently, watch the area closely for new redness or if the wound quits healing return to your dermatologist. Often in the area where a squamous  has been removed the Dr will cauterize the skin which may look bad for a while but is not the same as a recurrence. A recurrence might happen 3-6 months or more after the original squamous was removed. If a dermatologist removed the original squamous and the squamous wasn't real large then you probably don't have anything to worry about from this same spot as the cure rate is quite high. You do need to always use a strong broad spectrum suntan lotion on this area from now on, no exceptions. Also, after you have had one squamous your chances for another squamous and all skin cancers in general is now significantly higher than in someone who has never had a skin cancer removed.\n\nhttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000829.htm
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My plastic surgeon told me not to do that, and he used a YAG on me.  My tattoo was multi-colored with a lot of black, it took about a year, but it cleared up nicely.  He did advise me to use some scar reducing cream and skin cream on the area to reduce and afteraffects of the laser.  You can't even tell where my tattoo was now. Just be patient and it'll clear up sooner than you think.
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I have not had it done, but have 2 women friends that have. Both had extreme "flab" in their belly...one from being overweight and the other from carrying a very large baby.\n\nBoth women were VERY glad they had the procedure done, although do listen to your doctor and do what s/he says regarding aftercare. It takes a while to get back on  your feet and walking upright again...\n\n...but for those with more belly skin than can be tightened up with traditional exercises, a tuck is the way to go.\n\nGood luck and I hope the results are what you are seeking!
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Hemangiomas and Vascular Birthmarks occur in approximately 40,000 children born annually. One in ten children are born with a vascular birthmark, and of these children, 1 in 100 are born with a birthmark that will require the opinion of a medical specialist.
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That size skin tag is too big to try and remove by yourself. You run the danger of having an unsightly scar let alone the problems of infection or bleeding. Even a small skin tag can bleed like crazy when removed so even the thought of trying to remove one that big makes me cringe. Let the Dr do it and then you won't have to worry about making a mess of it.
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I have had one removed.  They will shoot you up with local anesthesia, it doesn't hurt a bit.  Maybe a bit of pressure/pulling sensation, but no pain.  Use Neosporin scar solution or vitamin E oil afterward to prevent scarring.  Good luck!
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You were born without pigment in that particular place(your birthmark) that is very common. Don't be alarmed. I went to school (long time ago!) with a boy who had the problem on his head and he had a lock of pure white hair in the middle of his brown hair.  I also know someone who has this on their chin and his facial hair in that spot is white.