Port Wine Stain and Birthmarks Q: What are all these acronyms?
Q: Are birthmarks genetic? A: There is no conclusive scientific evidence, at this time, that points to a genetic reason for a birthmark. Recent studies suggest there may be a genetic predisposition to the underlying cause of a birthmark and that it may be triggered by an in utero incident. Back to top Q: What causes a birthmark? A: Again, there is no conclusive universally accepted scientific reason, though everyone is in pretty much agreement it wasn’t the stork. There is a lot of folklore surrounding this one. Latest findings suggest a genetic component controlling the musculature of the arterial and capillary walls in the region. Back to top Q: Is PWS a purely cosmetic problem? A: Absolutely NOT, though a lot of insurance companies would like you to believe it is. Depending on the location of the pws complications such as glaucoma, thickening of the skin, raised granulomas, enlarged libs, loss of sensation in extremities, not to mention psychological and social issues. Port Wine Sta
