03/05/2026
Most birthmarks are benign and does not carry risk of transformation into a malignancy. The most common reason for seeking treatment is cosmesis because it affects a patient's quality of life or there is a risk of having a psychosocial impact or debilitation because of its location. Since procedures, in general carry an inherent risk, decision should always rely on benefits of undergoing the procedure outweighing risks like worsening, unnecessary pain, infection and added cost, above all.