Port Wine Stains

Port-wine stains overview:

Port Wine stain is a birthmark that forms on the face, scalp, or neck of a baby. It is due to abnormal development of small blood vessels. They vary in sizes and shapes and can get darker with age. Some port wine stains can be related to a brain abnormality called Sturge-Weber-Syndrome.

Why treat Port wine stains?

Port Wine Stains are not harmful but as the baby grows, they tend to get darker. It can be distressing for someone to have that on the face and feel ashamed and low self-esteem. The treatment can be due to cosmetic reason and Dr. Harold F. Farber, MD has various ways to treat the stain.

Port-wine stains symptoms:

There are no particular symptoms. The stain is visible, normally red on face, scalp or neck

How do Dermatologists diagnose Port Wine Stains?

The diagnosis

is based on examining the affected area. Dr. Harold F. Farber, MD can diagnose it by looking at the stain. However, a specialist needs to be consulted to examine the eyes and brain.

How does Dr. Harold F, Farber, MD treat Port wine stains?

Dr. Harold F. Farber, MD can treat these stains with:

• Laser Treatment (performed in office)
• Recommendation for Camouflage Cream
• Certain prescription medications