A port-wine stain (nevus flammeus) is a discoloration of the human skin caused by a vascular anomaly (a capillary malformation in the skin). [1] They are so named for their coloration, …

Oct 28, 2022 · A port wine stain (nevus flammeus) is a permanent birthmark that usually appears on the face. On a newborn, it’s a smooth pink, red or purple flat discoloration, which may get …

Commonly called port wine stains, capillary vascular malformations are present at birth and do not go away. They can darken and thicken as your child grows.

What Are Port-Wine Stains? A port-wine stain is a type of birthmark. It got its name because it looks like maroon wine was spilled or splashed on the skin. Though they often start out looking …

Jun 20, 2023 · Port-wine stains are pink or purple birthmarks. They’re usually harmless, but some people prefer to remove them. We’ll go over what causes port-wine stains and how they’re …

May 19, 2024 · Port-wine stains are birthmarks that look like someone spilled wine on the skin. About 3 out of every 1,000 children are born with this pink-to-reddish mark. You'll see port …

Jun 3, 2025 · Port-wine stains occur most often on the face but can appear anywhere on the body. Over time, the area can become thickened and take on a cobblestone-like appearance. …

Port-wine stains are harmless, permanent discolorations. However, their cosmetic appearance may be psychologically bothersome or even devastating. They appear as flat pink, red, or …

What is a port-wine stain? A vascular abnormality, a port-wine stain is a flat, pink, red or purple mark that appears at birth, often on the face, arms or legs, and continues to grow as the child …

A Port Wine Stain (PWS) birthmark, also called nevus fla mmeus, is a congenital, cutaneous vascular malformation. It involves post-capillary venules which produce a light pink to red to …