Infantile hemangioma

Infantile hemangioma is a type of vascular tumor that appears in infancy or childhood, typically on the skin. It is the most common benign tumor of infancy.

Signs and Symptoms

Infantile hemangiomas are usually not present at birth. They begin to appear during the first or second week of life. It looks like a red birthmark that shows up at birth or in the first or second week of life. It looks like a flat red patch, usually on the face or scalp.

Causes

The cause of infantile hemangiomas is currently unknown; however, several theories have been proposed. There is a higher incidence of hemangiomas in premature babies, girls, and twins.

Diagnosis

Infantile hemangiomas are usually diagnosed based on the clinical appearance. In some cases, a skin biopsy may be needed to confirm the diagnosis.

Treatment

Most infantile hemangiomas do not require treatment, as they will go away on their own. However, if the hemangioma is interfering with the child's function or causing disfigurement, treatment may be required. This can include corticosteroid therapy, laser treatment, or in some cases, surgery.

Prognosis

The prognosis for infantile hemangioma is generally good. However, even after the hemangioma has disappeared, there may be some residual skin changes.

See Also

• Vascular tumor
• Skin biopsy
• Corticosteroid

References

Infantile hemangioma Resources
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