Birthmarks in newborns can signal later problems
Vascular birthmarks are very common in newborns, and some varieties affect up to 50% of babies.
Vascular birthmarks are very common in newborns, and some varieties affect up to 50% of babies. The challenge for dermatologists can be the early diagnosis and the ability to distinguish the subtle differences between a banal birthmark and one that calls for quick action.
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Recognize & Refer: Hemangiomas in pediatrics
July 17th 2019Contemporary Pediatrics sits down exclusively with Sheila Fallon Friedlander, MD, a professor dermatology and pediatrics, to discuss the one key condition for which she believes community pediatricians should be especially aware-hemangiomas.
