What should I do if a hemangioma grows on my baby's calf?

Patient's question:

At first, the hemangioma had a rather red surface color, but now the color around its edges has faded.

Doctor's answer:

Treatment Principles
1. Surgical treatment: Localized lesions can be completely excised, while widespread lesions may undergo partial excision.
2. Microwave thermotherapy: Primarily used for cavernous hemangiomas.
3. Radiation therapy: Applied to infantile capillary hemangiomas and superficial cavernous hemangiomas.
4. Sclerotherapy: Used for cavernous hemangiomas.
5. Cryotherapy: Applied to strawberry and cavernous hemangiomas.

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