Prevention of Congenital Hemangioma
The choice of treatment depends on the type, size and location of the hemangioma.
Medication. Steroid (direct injections, oral or topical) and beta-blocker drugs (propranolol) may be used early on to shrink large tumors, especially cavernous hemangiomas. Due to the risk of side effects associated with using steroids and beta-blockers in infants, their use is reserved for problematic lesions.
Laser surgery. Laser light is used for shrinking hemangioma tumors or for cosmetic improvements to the affected area. For example, the appearance of discolored skin and minor scars can be minimized using laser therapy.
Surgery. In some cases, surgery is used to excise the lesion in order to prevent irreversible damage to vision or permanent disfiguration of the affected area.
Currently there is no way to prevent hemangiomas. Bleeding and ulceration of hemangioma lesions can be avoided by keeping the area clean, moisturized and protected from rough or sharp objects.