Most doctors will advise parents to leave hemangiomas alone. Depending on the location, the development of the birthmark on the face can interfere with vision or even breathing. In these instances, doctors may recommend surgery. Surgery can leave a scar, so many doctors prefer to let the growths fade on their own as long as they do not cause any medical problems.

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