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Spider nevi in DS - has anyone had laser treatment

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SilverBrumby · 06/05/2013 21:55

My 6 year old DS has a very noticeable spider nevis (it looks like a very red spot) on his face - he has had it for about 3 years and it isn't fading, if anything it is getting bigger. My GP hinted that it might not go away but says it is not serious. I have heard that you can get laser treatment. My instinct is to steer clear of that as long as there is nothing medically wrong but...lots of people now ask him what he has done to his face - and while he seems fine about it - I am really tempted to push for this. Has anyone had it done and if so, are you glad you went ahead?
Sorry for the novel! Many thanks.

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CMOTDibbler · 06/05/2013 22:05

My colleagues dd had a couple of them, and she had one session of laser and it got rid of them completely. She's very happy with it

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SilverBrumby · 06/05/2013 22:11

That's very helpful CMOTDibbler and good to know! Thank you!

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Goldmandra · 06/05/2013 23:45

DD1 had two on her hands and became very conscious of them when she was about 5 YO. She told the GP how much she hated them and was referred to B'ham Children's Hospital.

They put Emla cream on and zapped them both in about three seconds. The burns were a bit sore for a few days but the nevae disappeared without a trace. It made her very happy.

DD2 has two on her face but aged 10 she isn't bothered by them so I haven't bothered either.

I had one on my nose for a couple of years which looked like a spot starting but it disappeared all by itself before I got round to getting it sorted.

3mum · 07/05/2013 18:44

My DD had one on the side of her nose lasered when she was 7. Very quick (under 30 seconds). It took two visits because apparently those on the nose are reluctant to go but that was it. A bruise like mark for about a week then gone and absolutely no trace of it. I would definitely have it done if either of her brothers needed it. She is much happier as she was starting to feel very self conscious.

All done on the NHS at our local skin clinic too.

orangeandemons · 07/05/2013 18:48

When my ds had this, I was told by the specialist that they usually resolved themselves. He asked me if I ever saw any teenagers with them...

Ds's did resolve itself, but interesting to note what others have said

CharlieBoo · 07/05/2013 20:26

My ds has 2 on his right hand (one of which is big) he's had these since he was 2.5. He's now 8 and they are still there. Over the years (since he was about 5) a few more have developed, one of his left hand, one of his left forearm and one on the back of his neck. The dr isn't concerned but I have to admit I don't blame Ny of you having them lasered, particularly on the face. They've told me a few times they'll go on their own.

willyoulistentome · 07/05/2013 20:32

I developed a beast of one on my nose while pg. Drs kept saying it might well go by itself but I got fed up with it being so noticeable and had it lasered. Had a scab for a couple of weeks but then there was no trace of it any more. I am very happy with the results.

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SilverBrumby · 07/05/2013 21:21

Thank you, Goldmandra, 3mum, orangeandlemons, CharlieBoo and willyoulistentome - these comments make me feel better about fretting about it and good to hear positive stories about lasering. I will do some more digging with my GP as my son's is very prominent in his face. I am glad not to hear any horror stories about it being done too. One friend (who is a doctor) suggested leaving it on the basis he would need a general anaesthetic for the procedure and that shouldn't be done lightly and for something benign. Food for thought! Many thanks, ladies!

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IamMummyhearmeROAR · 10/05/2013 21:49

My dd has one on her cheek. We were referred to paed.derm when she was 5 but the consultant said she would need a GA and he wouldn't do it. She doesn't care atm but I do hope it fades

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SilverBrumby · 11/05/2013 20:59

Hi IamMummyhearmeROAR - I hope the same. I was wondering whether to go back to the doctor and how much it would (OK against ALL principles and also wondering whether it is MY problem) it would cost to get it sorted privately if they say no.....My nephew had one which I had never noticed and HAS faded. It is a dilemma. But then...how would I feel if my son had a GA and anything went wrong.
Many thanks for posting! And I hope your DD' s does fade soon. Interestingly my son is aware of the mark now (SO many people have asked him"what have you done to your face") but doesn't seemed bothered either....

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TimrousBeastie · 11/05/2013 21:05

i had one on the side of my nose. I was told that laser treatment wasn't available on nhs and had to get it cauterised, its left a tiny scar but its better than it becoming infected and swollen.

Ulla24 · 22/05/2014 15:16

Charlieboo, does your son continue to get more of these? Is the doctor concerned? My son has quite a few.

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