This is a story of my daughters hemangioma. I wrote this for other parents who are looking for information about hemangioma's. When my daughter was first diagnosed, I wanted to gather all the information I could find in order to make a decision about what I should do for treatment. I realized that doctor's dont always know best. I found the internet to be an invaluble tool for gaining information about hemangioma's.

When designing this page, I tried to be objective and share as much information as I could about the different treatment options available for Hemangioma's. I am sharing my own opinions about hemangioma treatment. However, I do encourage parents to research it themselves and come to their own conclusions about what may be the best treatment option (or lack of treatment) for their child. Every child is unique and treatment options vary for every type of hemangioma.

I beleive that some hemangioma's should be treated immediatly with laser treatment at the very first diagnosis (as young as 2 weeks old). I also think that some hemangioma's can be treated sucessfully with plastic surgery, sparing the child and the parents unnecessary pain and hardship. I think most doctors are extremly uninformed on the latest treatment options for hemangioma's. I think you should always get a second opinion and do your own research. I would like to share my daughter's story with you to help explain why I came to these conclusions and hopefully give you some ideas about what you can do for your child.