Removing "stork bite" on a 4-year-old?

How can "stork bites" be removed on a 4-year-old child? He has one between eyebrows, and another one on his eyelid. I read it goes away within 2 years, but it has been there for 4 years. I wanted to take care of it before he starts kindergarten. What are the options for this?


1 answer to “Removing "stork bite" on a 4-year-old?”

A: Hemangioma vs. PortWine Stain: History is important for management

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD

Birthmarks on the face can be one of several things, including port wine stains and hemangiomas. The difference is often established based on the history of the birthmark and whether it was present at birth or shortly thereafter. All birthmarks on the face should be examined by an experienced plastic... more

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