Port-Wine Stains
Red wine is notorious for leaving the most difficult stains. Port-wine stains are a different kind of “stain” – it is a birthmark typically found on the face, scalp or neck.
Port-wine stains appear when an area of skin doesn’t get a sufficient supply of nerve fibers and blood vessels expand to form the birthmark. In most cases, port-wine stains are not physically painful or dangerous, but they can cause some emotional distress. They usually start out pink and darken over time. Early stains are usually flat, but thickening of a lesion or the development of small lumps can occur.
Many treatments are available for port-wine stains including freezing, surgery and radiation. Laser treatments are commonly considered the most effective option for patients with port-wine stains. Treatments should be started early in life for best results. Port-wine stains can also be covered with cosmetics as a less invasive option. To determine the best option for you or your child, stop by our office to speak with one of our experienced dermatologists!
If you have any questions about port-wine stains and treatment options, please call us today at 865-690-9467. Skin health is an important part of total body wellness. Schedule an appointment with one of our board certified physicians to get your skin the care it needs so it can reach its fullest, healthiest potential.
