Update on the birthmark
Update on the birthmark
Just got this info about Gipper's birthmark. The doc said we could have it removed, and I talked to a few friends about this, so I just wanted to update you-- it is definitely an "angel kiss" mark, so it should disappear by age two:
• "Stork bites," "angel kisses," salmon patches, and macular stains: Blotchy pink or purple flat marks that are dilated capillary veins near the surface of the skin. They're the most common birthmark, with up to 70 percent of babies having one or more. They can become more noticeable when the baby cries or when there's a change in temperature. The ones on the back of the neck, called "stork bites," usually last into adulthood. The ones on the forehead or eyelids, called "angel's kisses," usually go away by age 2. So I'm not going to bother having something removed when it will disappear on its own, and since it is beginning to lighten already, I think it's light enough that I wouldn't have it removed even if it wouldn't disappear, unless Reagan someday wanted it removed. But anyway, from all the info I've received, it seems it will gradually disappear over the next year or two. :) Thanks to everyone who gave their input and experiences! |
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Natalie had that on her forehead! And you can't tell now, can you? :) It was funny though when she would get mad and cry her head would sort of "glow". We'd say "oh no, she's really upset she's got blotchy head!!!!" ;)
Fri Apr 7, 2006 7:07 am MST by Kate
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