How Do You Identify A Baby Hemangioma?
An infantile hemangioma is a type of birthmark. It is a collection of blood vessels that is found on the skin of babies. Most infantile hemangiomas, or strawberry marks, are found on the scalp, face and neck of babies. To identify a baby hemangioma, follow these steps. Examine your baby’s skin and look for any areas that appear different. Monitor all bruises, scratches or red marks on your baby. Most strawberry marks are not visible at birth. They grow and develop over time. Notice if any of the skin areas change in size or develop into bumps. Infantile hemangiomas can present as bumps. They can also vary in size and color. Usually infantile hemangiomas present in colors ranging from bright red to purple. Ask your doctor to examine the affected area. A doctor can often tell by looking at the affected area if it is a hemangioma. Suggest an ultrasound to confirm the diagnosis. An ultrasound can track blood supply to the area. Since hemangiomas are made of blood vessles, blood can be seen
