One is to suggest surgical removal of small birthmarks; It is suggested to use laser to remove birthmarks in a large area.
1. How long does it take to treat birthmarks?
Many patients often ask, "How long will this laser treatment take? Can it be cured at one time? " My most frequent answer is: "We can't guarantee this, it depends on the nature of the birthmark and the recovery after the first treatment." There are several reasons why birthmarks take so long.
① It is related to the size, degree and nature of the birthmark.
Big birthmark, serious birthmark or special birthmark (such as coffee spot, nevus of OTA, etc.). ) will increase the difficulty of birthmark treatment and prolong the treatment time.
② It is related to personal physique.
The absorption rate of drugs by children's physical functions is faster, and the repair time will naturally be shortened. If you are old or sensitive to physical therapy, the difficulty of treatment will multiply and the time will increase.
③ It is related to the repair method.
Treatment technology is the most important part in determining the treatment time of birthmark. Surgical resection can be aimed at small birthmarks or special birthmarks (such as moles), which can be completed in one step, but the postoperative recovery period is long and some birthmarks will recur. Laser can penetrate the skin, reach the dermis, and directly break melanin particles and pigment cells, with short recovery time, no scars and no recurrence. Moreover, the younger the patient is, the less the number of treatments, which relatively reduces the treatment time.
Second, matters needing attention after removing birthmarks
After the birthmark is removed by laser, the original birthmark should be kept clean to avoid rubbing and bumping and the risk of infection. For a period of time after birthmark removal, the skin may have a slight burning sensation or slight redness, which is a normal reaction after laser birthmark removal. You can use an ice pack for local cold compress to relieve burning pain or redness.
After the birthmark is removed by laser, it will scab, and the scabbed skin needs to wait for itself to fall off, so it cannot be buckled or removed by itself. Treasure mothers should pay more attention not to let their children unconsciously touch the original birthmark, so as not to cause scabbing, peeling or infection; It is normal for the skin to be red or appear temporary pigmentation after scab shedding. Please consult a doctor for further follow-up after scab falls off.
In addition, pay attention to diet regulation. Don't touch spicy food such as pepper, onion, ginger and garlic, and don't drink alcohol. Try to avoid eating beef, mutton, seafood and other hair products and keep an optimistic attitude.
Birthmark must be found early and treated early, otherwise the area, harm and malignant change of birthmark may increase step by step with the passage of time. Some parents don't attach importance to it, think it is an innate talent, and even regard it as a symbol of children. These behaviors are highly undesirable.