Some hemangiomas may not respond to treatment with beta-blockers. If the hemangioma is complicating health significantly, doctors might suggest corticosteroid medications. As with many other types of medications, these, too, can produce side effects. One side effect of this medication in children is poor growth rates. For this reason, doctors and parents are often hesitant to rely on this treatment.

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