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Find a Doctor
Search our referral database of doctors who treat vascular lesions and other skin conditions with laser and IPL therapy |
Laser Therapy
How laser and intense pulse light (IPL) devices work, articles about laser and IPL therapy |
Makeup and Skincare
Makeup products for covering it up, makeup tools and tips, on-going treatment and skin care |
What are Birthmarks and Port Wine Stains (PWS)?
Basic information of types of vascular and pigmented birthmarks, related medical conditions and syndromes, a definition of Port Wine Stain, classifying PWS, and treatment options. |
Psychological, Social, and Emotional Issues
They psychosocial challenges of living with PWS can be just as difficult as the medical issues. |
Parent's Primer
Starting point for those who are parenting or caring for a child with a port wine stain or other birthmark, helping a child with their reactions to self and other's reactions
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Insurance
Essential information for convincing your insurance company to pay for treatments, advice for handling insurance appeals |
Treatment Resources
Products to ease pain for both pre-op and post-op, advice on healing and reducing scarring |
Recommended Reading, Listening and Viewing
Stories and reference books, CDs, and DVDs about birthmarks, living with facial and body differences, conference and research discourses, and more! |
Resource Links
Listing of Associations, Foundations, Medical Organizations, and medical information web sites |
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to basic questions about port wine stains (PWS) and other birthmarks. |
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| Myths, urban legends, misinformation, and disinformation |
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| Old Wives Tales: Our ongoing collection of Old Wives Tales about how people get birthmarks. A definite must-read! |
| Folklore, Facts, and Fallacies: A gathering of folklore, facts, and downright fallacies about birthmarks. |
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