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Causes of a Birthmark

Although the name birthmark implies that the skin condition occurs at birth, this is not always the case. Some birthmarks do not develop until weeks or years later. Although some may disappear as a child ages, others may grow or change rapidly....

What Causes Glaucoma in Children?

Glaucoma is a disorder that can lead to loss of vision and blindness. Although increased age is a risk factor for glaucoma, the condition also affects approximately one in 8,000 children in the U.S., notes the Glaucoma Research Foundation....

Epilepsy Neurosurgical Procedures

If medications for epilepsy therapy do not control or eliminate epileptic seizure activity, neurosurgical procedures may help achieve better seizure control. G. Rees Cosgrove, M.D., F.R.C.S. and Andrew J. Cole M.D., F.R.C.P. state on the...

What Are the Causes of Birthmarks?

Birthmarks--discolorations on the skin--often occur at birth or in the first few months after birth. Many birthmarks disappear or fade within a few years after birth, while others remain permanently. Causes vary depending on the type of birthmark....

5 Things You Need to Know About Birthmarks

Birthmarks appear on about 10 percent of babies at birth or soon afterwards. Birthmarks are as individual as the people who carry them. They come in all shapes and sizes, in pink, red, purple, blue, tan, brown and black. Some are raised, while...

Birth Marks in Children

That red, brown, tan, black or brown spot on your child’s skin may be a birthmark. Birthmarks are usually harmless and may disappear or shrink on their own eventually, according to Kids Health from Nemours. While birthmarks may not...