The better way to help your child cope

Help your child cope A child who has a port wine stain is not different from any other normal child and that she should not suffer the burden of getting picked on in school just because she has this kind of birthmark. The good news about port wine stain is that it’s treatable and is [...]

What is port wine stain

Port wine stain is a capillary vascular malformation that is characterized by a pink or red stain on some part on the skin. This type of birthmark is commonly seen on the face, arms or legs but can also affect other parts of the body. Although not fatal, the psychological impact of having a port [...]

Coping with port wine stain

A port wine stain is a vascular birthmark that is characterized by a skin discoloration that can appear on any part of the skin. This skin discoloration can range from pinkish to deep purple. It is common on new born babies and can develop as they grow older. Treatment is possible where port wine stains [...]