¿Qué es un Hemangioma?

Un hemangioma es un crecimiento irregular de células sanguíneas, de naturaleza benigna. Aunque suele ser la forma más común de los tumores vasculares infantiles, es causa de preocupación para los padres cuando lo observan por primera vez. La buena noticia es que los hemangiomas suelen crecer durante un período de tiempo limitado antes de reducir eventualmente su tamaño, sin la necesidad de tratamiento alguno.

En la mayoría de los casos, los hemangiomas no afectarán a su hijo o a su hija, a pesar de que puedan parecer incómodos y dolorosos. Sin embargo, algunos pueden sangrar o llegar a causar dolor. Es importante que se evalúe a los menores con hemangiomas, ya que también existe la posibilidad de que estén asociados con anomalías del sistema nervioso o de la columna vertebral y no presenten otros signos visibles.

Tratamiento de Hemangiomas

Incluso cuando los hemangiomas no causan ningún problema de salud física, siempre hay que considerar el impacto emocional que puede causar en un menor. Si siente que la autoestima de su hijo o hija está siendo afectada, o si se da cuenta de que intenta ocultar su hemangioma, busque un tratamiento efectivo en el Vascular Birthmark Center / Centro de Marcas Vasculares de Nacimiento. Un medicamento beta-bloqueador puede ayudar cuando la piel afectada cubre un área pequeña, ya sea a través de la aplicación de un gel o mediante un medicamento oral. Los medicamentos corticosteroides son una alternativa que puede funcionar en aquellos niños y niñas que no pueden tomar beta-bloqueadores. Éstos se administran a través de una inyección directamente en el nódulo, como un ungüento aplicado en el sitio, o tomado por vía oral.

La cirugía con láser tiene una serie de aplicaciones para el tratamiento de los hemangiomas. El Dr. Greg Levitin puede utilizar láseres de diferentes frecuencias para aplicar y reducir así el crecimiento, decoloración e incluso los efectos dolorosos asociados con algunos hemangiomas. El Dr. Greg Levitin y el Vascular Birthmark Center / Centro de Marcas Vasculares de Nacimiento, prestan su apoyo a un gran número de investigaciones sobre las opciones de nuevos tratamientos de los hemangiomas, para proporcionar un alivio más rápido y eficaz. A medida que estos vayan surgiendo, seguiremos comprometidos en garantizar que nuestros jóvenes pacientes sean los primeros en beneficiarse.

Apoyo Emocional para Niños, Niñas y Familias

Si usted está buscando un tratamiento para el hemangioma de su hijo o hija, debido al impacto que éste está causando en su autoestima, el Vascular Birthmark Center / Centro de Marcas Vasculares de Nacimiento está a su disposición para ayudarle a encontrar todo el apoyo necesario a través de un tratamiento integral. Este es un tema que toca especialmente el corazón del Dr. Greg Levitin, ya que una vez estuvo en la misma posición en la que usted se encuentra ahora. De hecho, la experiencia de una de sus hijas gemelas con el tratamiento de un gran hemangioma es lo que le llevó a dedicarse a su actual trayectoria profesional.

Si desea consultar con un equipo de profesionales acerca del hemangioma de su hijo o hija, confíe en los expertos médicos del Vascular Birthmark Center / Centro de Marcas Vasculares de Nacimiento en Nueva York y Los Ángeles, donde constantemente recibimos a pacientes de todos los Estados Unidos. ¡Póngase en contacto con nosotros hoy mismo!

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Vascular Birthmark Center / Centro de Marcas Vasculares de Nacimiento: Gregory M. Levitin, MD

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Abril M.

Dr. Levitin is very knowledgeable, compassionate and professional. Five years ago, I needed to find information about a birth mark that my newborn daughter started to grow a couple days after birth. I was afraid, I did not feel like I got any clear information about it through my insurance; also, they did not offer any course of treatment for it. I started to look for information, the birthmark was growing each day, information was scarce and I just got more scared. Finally, I found a video in Youtube from a grandmother who was very grateful after finding treatment for her grand daughter through The Birthmark Foundation. It was a huge blessing to me and my family. I found Dr. Levitin, I contacted him thinking he probably would not even answer. I was wrong, he kindly answered promptly, got in touch with me and soon he had a plan : ) I went to see him at the Birthmark Center in Los Angeles. He explained everything in a way that it was so clear to understand, no question I made was insignificant and his answers were each very informative. I really never have had an experience with a doctor who explains and speaks in such a way. I left his office knowing that my daughter was in the best hands and the best care. I first thank God for the Birthmark Foundation, a great organization with the highest quality of doctors. Also, a very special thanks to Dr. Levitin for all his help and kindness, for listening to my concerns and answering each and every question. And last, but no least, to the Birthmark Foundation Center in Los Angeles : ) I hope many children can find help/care in this place as I found it for my daughter. Thank you forever.

Ryan E.

I will be telling tales of the good doctors compassion till time comes to an end. Because of Dr Levitin, I have more confidence in my every day life. He was fast, knowledgeable, precise and all with a disarming sense of humor. Two thumbs up!

Carla M.

I wanted to show you how much better Hailey's tongue looks and let you know her speech has already improved so much!!! Her speech teacher is thrilled!!!! Thank you so much for everything you did for her. You are an excellent surgeon with a great bedside manner- we are forever grateful to you!!! We are so appreciative!

Danielle L.

we are forever grateful for Dr. Levitin. My daughter Lena had surgery to remove her hemangioma that was located on her forehead at just 6 month old. she healed beautifully and we couldn't be happier with how minimal her scar is, even almost 4.5 years later. Dr. Levitin is caring, compassionate, and such a great doctor/surgeon overall. He had our daughter's best interest and I knew she was in good hands. I highly recommend him any chance I get!

Chris

My name is Chris and I was recently treated for an AVM on my forehead by Dr. Gregory Levitin of New York (New York Eye and Ear Infirmary). Thankfully, I live within a few hours of NYC. In brief, I would like to say that Dr. Levitin is very capable doctor with a lot of experience with AVMs. He responds quickly to e-mail, texts, and phone calls. He accepts insurance. He takes a "team approach" and will be your "QB" and involve other specialists as necessary. In my particular case they were Dr. Raj Shrivastava (Mt Sinai) and Dr. Raphael A. Ortiz (Lenox Hill) in NY. I recommend contacting Dr Levitin for a consultation if you suspect you have an AVM. All 3 Drs are just good people. When I spoke to them, they treated me like like an equal. I felt like they were advising me as a close friend or family member. Like many that suffer with AVMs I was at first mis-diagnosed. What was thought to be a just a simple cyst turned out to be an AVM. Surgery to remove the cyst made the AVM about 5x bigger. My treatment entailed a few MRIs and CAT scans to determine what was going on and the treatment plan. This was followed by consultation with the 3 Drs mentioned above and finally a 2-day procedure. On day 1 Dr Ortiz embolized the AVM. On day 2 Dr Levitin and Dr Shrivastava removed the AVM from my skull and put some metal mesh there to fill the "hole". It has been 6-months since the surgery and so far I have not had any recurrence. In honor of Vascular Birthmark Awareness Day and to thank these Drs for all they have done for me, I just want to give everyone a solid reference. Finding the right doctor for this type of stuff makes all the difference.

Valle S.

I just discovered this page i have also a birthmark I always experiences bully because of this. I don't know what kind of birthmark is this if it is harmful ? I hope Dr. Levitin notice this message in this way I think he can help me :) :) #DrLevitin

Alicia M.

This year marks the 10th that I contacted VBF for help. Since then I have been under the care of Dr. G Levitin and Dr. R. Ortiz, they are my guardian healing angels! Thanks VBF for not only helping me but also for letting me be a volunteer in the foundation whenever I am needed. A Big Hug to all from MIAMI... Alicia

Alexander G.

Totally positive experience. Dr. Levitin is a great professional. He has diagnosed and treated my nose breathing problem, significantly improving my quality of life. Office staff is very professional. Appointments always kept on time. Strongly recommend.