Patient's question:
My baby was born with two red spots on the forehead. At first, we thought it was because the doctor's hands were too forceful during delivery. However, after a few days, the purple spots are still there. When I press hard on them, the color fades, but it returns to purple when I release the pressure. The spots become very noticeable when the child cries, but they are less obvious when the child is sleeping quietly. I am worried that this spot is unusual, so I decided to consult for advice.What kind of help is needed: What could be the reason for the two purplish-red spots on the child's forehead, and is there any possibility of an illness?
Doctor's answer:
According to your description, I initially consider that the child has a red birthmark, which is medically known as a strawberry hemangioma, caused by congenital capillary expansion. For the child's age, it is not the best time for treatment. I suggest you first carefully observe the child and wait until the child is 2 years old to undergo professional treatment. If there are any signs of red weakness or swelling during the observation period, timely treatment should be given to the child.