1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Skin, Hair and Nails

  4. Birthmark tends to grow. Didn't work!

Birthmark tends to grow

2021-11-02 06:14:25
I have had this mark from 2nd week after I was born. In between I feel they have grown. I develop red bumps and they tend to stay there. I had tried laser removal few years back didn't work
54 Views

Answers (3)

Get your queries answered instantly with Practo AI FREE

50000+ health queries resolved in last month

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Consult Now
Yes.. laser removal best option.. for detailed information do direct online consultation

Answered2021-11-02 09:05:11

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Consult Now
This could be Nevus sebaceous, nevus lipomatosus Need proper history Can be removed with RF , laser or minor surgery Kindly consult a local dermatologist

Answered2021-11-02 07:50:22

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

What you have is epidermal Nevi .....grows in size with age .....laser / cautery destruction is adviced it's more for aesthetic concern

Answered2021-11-02 13:51:13

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Articles you may like

What Is a Birthmark?

Dr.Anil Trimbake

A birthmark is a congenital, benign irregularity on the skin which is present at birth or appears shortly after birth, u ... Read more

Growing Up!

Dr.Ramesh Maheshwari

Adolescence is simply a transition stage from childhood to adulthood. It is a stage which all young people go through to ... Read more

Using the Mobile Consistently Can Lead to Neck Pains

Dr.G P Dureja

The one thing that affects people of all ages is a neck pain. So, doesn't matter if someone is a teenager or older, neck ... Read more

Less Time for Family as Modern Demands Grow

Dr.Priti Nanda

Families are spending little over half an hour time together during the week because of the demands of modern life. a ne ... Read more

Children With Pain in Legs: How to Manage?

Dr.Rahul Varma

As the child grows, they tend to develop pain in legs more so during evening or night. Kids might wake up in middle of n ... Read more

Red Birth Mark Over Face? It Could Be Infantile Hemangiomas

Dr.Rahul Varma

What is it? Infantile hemangioma or Strawberry Mark is common type of birth mark. It is usually not visible at birth. T ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Acne keeps coming back?

Consult Now

Struggling with pimples?

Consult Now

Can’t get rid of skin infections?

Consult Now

Tired of hair-fall?

Consult Now

Dandruff not going away?

Consult Now

Related Questions

Birthmark and burnt mark

119 Views
I need to remove my birthmark from my legs as well as there is a spot which was burned because of hot oil ...Read More
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.