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How Can Birthmarks Be Faded?

Hi, I have an oval shape café au lait spot birthmark on the left side of my neck which is highly rare. I was just wondering if the fade away blemish birthmark removal will work, cause I was going to ask my mom if she can buy it for me. I really don t like my birthmark because its noticeable when I wear tank tops, v neck shirts, etc. Please I am just begging for help!
Sat, 28 Dec 2013
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Hi. Thanks for posting your concern at HCM

For cafe-au-lait macule: Only laser like Q-switched Nd:YAG laser, Q-switched Ruby Laser, Q-Switched Alexendrite lasers show response though it is variable.

The risks of laser surgery include transient hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation, slight scarring, permanent hyperpigmentation, and recurrence.

I would advice that you consult a Dermatologist with Good laser experience in these kinds of lesions.

No cream would be effective on cafe-au-lait macule.

hope this helps

take care
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How Can Birthmarks Be Faded?

Hi. Thanks for posting your concern at HCM For cafe-au-lait macule: Only laser like Q-switched Nd:YAG laser, Q-switched Ruby Laser, Q-Switched Alexendrite lasers show response though it is variable. The risks of laser surgery include transient hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation, slight scarring, permanent hyperpigmentation, and recurrence. I would advice that you consult a Dermatologist with Good laser experience in these kinds of lesions. No cream would be effective on cafe-au-lait macule. hope this helps take care