A venous malformation looks like a blue or purple bump on the body. It occurs when veins develop irregularly, usually tangled or larger than average veins. It’s one of the many facial birth deformities we treat at Little Baby Face Foundation.
A venous malformation looks like a blue or purple bump on the body. It occurs when veins develop irregularly, usually tangled or larger than average veins. It’s one of the many facial birth deformities we treat at Little Baby Face Foundation.
Venous malformations range in size and depth, and the color can change due to movement or temperature. They can be sensitive or painful, especially on the face where facial expressions and even crying can cause them to stretch or move. Blood tends to circulate more slowly through the veins, which can lead to blood clots or ulcers, which can cause pain or swelling. This is why many children with facial venous malformations require treatment.
As with most birth defects, treatment really depends on the child and their condition. With children, it’s always a good idea to observe the venous malformation over time to see if it grows as the child gets bigger. If there are no symptoms and the child is not bothered by the venous malformation, there’s no need to treat it.
On the other hand, the position, size, or symptoms may make treatment desirable or even medically necessary. If the venous malformation causes trouble breathing, eating, or seeing, or if it causes bleeding, usually treatment is necessary. Treatment can include sclerotherapy (the injection of a medication), surgery, or laser. Venous malformations can regrow, so observation after treatment is also important.
At Little Baby Face Foundation, we provide treatment for children with facial birth defects, such as venous malformation, free of cost. If your child has a venous malformation on their face and you would like to apply for treatment, you can fill out our confidential application form here.
If you would like to support our mission to provide life-changing treatment for children with facial birth defects, you can read about how to help here.
As with most birth defects, treatment really depends on the child and their condition. With children, it’s always a good idea to observe the venous malformation over time to see if it grows as the child gets bigger. If there are no symptoms and the child is not bothered by the venous malformation, there’s no need to treat it.
On the other hand, the position, size, or symptoms may make treatment desirable or even medically necessary. If the venous malformation causes trouble breathing, eating, or seeing, or if it causes bleeding, usually treatment is necessary. Treatment can include sclerotherapy (the injection of a medication), surgery, or laser. Venous malformations can regrow, so observation after treatment is also important.
At Little Baby Face Foundation, we provide treatment for children with facial birth defects, such as venous malformation, free of cost. If your child has a venous malformation on their face and you would like to apply for treatment, you can fill out our confidential application form here.
If you would like to support our mission to provide life-changing treatment for children with facial birth defects, you can read about how to help here.
Venous malformations range in size and depth, and the color can change due to movement or temperature. They can be sensitive or painful, especially on the face where facial expressions and even crying can cause them to stretch or move. Blood tends to circulate more slowly through the veins, which can lead to blood clots or ulcers, which can cause pain or swelling. This is why many children with facial venous malformations require treatment.
As with most birth defects, treatment really depends on the child and their condition. With children, it’s always a good idea to observe the venous malformation over time to see if it grows as the child gets bigger. If there are no symptoms and the child is not bothered by the venous malformation, there’s no need to treat it.
On the other hand, the position, size, or symptoms may make treatment desirable or even medically necessary. If the venous malformation causes trouble breathing, eating, or seeing, or if it causes bleeding, usually treatment is necessary. Treatment can include sclerotherapy (the injection of a medication), surgery, or laser. Venous malformations can regrow, so observation after treatment is also important.
At Little Baby Face Foundation, we provide treatment for children with facial birth defects, such as venous malformation, free of cost. If your child has a venous malformation on their face and you would like to apply for treatment, you can fill out our confidential application form here.
If you would like to support our mission to provide life-changing treatment for children with facial birth defects, you can read about how to help here.
As with most birth defects, treatment really depends on the child and their condition. With children, it’s always a good idea to observe the venous malformation over time to see if it grows as the child gets bigger. If there are no symptoms and the child is not bothered by the venous malformation, there’s no need to treat it.
On the other hand, the position, size, or symptoms may make treatment desirable or even medically necessary. If the venous malformation causes trouble breathing, eating, or seeing, or if it causes bleeding, usually treatment is necessary. Treatment can include sclerotherapy (the injection of a medication), surgery, or laser. Venous malformations can regrow, so observation after treatment is also important.
At Little Baby Face Foundation, we provide treatment for children with facial birth defects, such as venous malformation, free of cost. If your child has a venous malformation on their face and you would like to apply for treatment, you can fill out our confidential application form here.
If you would like to support our mission to provide life-changing treatment for children with facial birth defects, you can read about how to help here.
If your child was born with Venous Malformation and you’re looking for help, please contact us using the form below.
If your child was born with Venous Malformation and you’re looking for help, please contact us using the form below.