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A hemangioma is a bright red birthmark that shows up either at birth or in the first two weeks after birth. It has a rubbery appearance and is made up of extra blood vessels in the skin. These birthmarks can form anywhere on the body but are most commonly found on the face, scalp, chest, or back. […]
Telangiectasias, which you may know as “spider veins,” are dilated or broken blood vessels near the surface of the skin. They often look like fine pink or red lines. “Matted” telangiectasias are clusters of these blood vessels that form a pink or red patch of skin. This is sometimes associated with varicose veins. Many things can cause
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Port-wine stains can range in color from pale pink to dark purple and can grow in size as a person grows into adulthood. These vascular birthmarks are most often found on the face, neck, arms, or legs. Port-wine stains do not usually require treatment. Some people, however, may choose to have them faded for cosmetic reasons. These
Laser facial rejuvenation is a skin resurfacing procedure designed to improve the appearance of the skin. It can be used to treat sun-damaged skin, scars caused by acne, chickenpox, or minor facial flaws. This treatment can also decrease the appearance of fine lines around the eyes, mouth, and cheeks. There are two types of lasers: an ablative
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Facial liposuction is commonly used on the cheeks, chin, neckline, and jawline. It can be performed on its own or with other facial rejuvenation procedures such as a facelift, Botox® injections, or soft tissue filler injections. Losing weight in your face can be a challenge. Chin and jaw areas are well known for resisting the effects of
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Chemical peels can improve the appearance of the skin. It’s a chemical solution applied to the skin that makes it “blister” and eventually peel off, removing damaged skin cells and revealing the healthier skin underneath. The new skin is typically less wrinkled and smoother than the old skin. Chemical peels can be done to the face, neck,
Commonly referred to as “ear pinning,” otoplasty is a type of cosmetic ear surgery. Many people with protruding or misshapen ears are self-conscious about the problem. Otoplasty can be a great solution. Otoplasty can be used to correct “lop ear,” which is a deformity where the ears fold over the top and tilt forward. This deformity does
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Parathyroid glands produce parathyroid hormones, which regulate the level of calcium in the blood. Other cells in the body, especially cells in the bones, kidneys, and small intestines respond to parathyroid hormones by increasing the calcium level in the blood. A patient could develop primary hyperparathyroidism — a condition where parathyroid hormones levels are above normal and
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A thyroidectomy is a type of surgery to remove all or part of the thyroid gland, which is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of the neck. The thyroid gland releases thyroid hormones and is responsible for controlling many critical functions of the body. Why is a thyroidectomy needed? Thyroid cancer, thyroid tumor, thyroid nodules, and
Congenital head and neck masses are cysts or lumps in the neck, face, scalp, or ear that are present at birth or in young children. Typically, these masses should be removed to prevent infection. There are three common types of congenital head and neck masses: dermoid cysts, branchial cleft cysts, and thyroglossal duct cysts. · Dermoid cysts
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