Is nevus Flammeus normal?

Nevus flammeus or port-wine stain is a capillary malformation usually presenting as a unilateral pink or red patch anywhere on the body of a newborn. It is a benign condition that often occurs alone and is only of cosmetic concern.

What is a Flammeus nevus?

Nevus flammeus (also known as port-wine stain) is a vascular birthmark that occurs in 0.3 percent of newborns8 (Figure 4). These flat lesions are dark red to purple and are readily apparent at birth. Unlike hemangiomas, they generally do not fade over time, and may even deepen in color.

Is nevus Flammeus hereditary?

Nevi flammei (port-wine stains) affect 0.3–1% of the population,19,20 with women being twice as likely to be affected as men. Cases are usually sporadic, but a 10% familial incidence21 and an autosomal dominant inheritance have been described.

Are port-wine stains permanent?

A port-wine stain is a permanent birthmark present from birth. It starts out pinkish or reddish and turns darker as the child grows. Most often, a port-wine stain appears on the face, but it can affect other areas of the body.

When will angel kisses fade?

Angel kisses tend to fade by age 1–2 (although some parents report that, for years, when their child cries, the angel kiss temporarily darkens and becomes apparent again), and stork bites tend to not go away at all but are usually covered by the hair on the back of the head.

What is the difference between a port wine stain and a hemangioma?

Background: Port-Wine Stains (PWS) are vascular malformations of the dermis, whereas hemangiomas are vascular tumors usually present at birth.

Can port-wine stains appear later in life?

A Port Wine Stain is a collection of abnormally formed blood vessels (capillaries) in the skin, which results in a red mark that may have the colour of port wine. Although most Port Wine Stains are present at birth, it has been reported in few cases to develop later in life (‘acquired Port Wine Stain’).