Other Skin Conditions: Moles, Birthmarks, Dryness, Etc. / Question
Published: July 2, 2002
Dear TeenHealthFX,
I have a few birthmarks on my skin that I am unhappy about. Are there any medications that I can get rid of them with or any way to remove them?
Signed: Unhappy About Birthmarks
Dear Unhappy About Birthmarks,
Advertisements promoting medications, creams, or home remedies to remove birthmarks are generally not legitimate. Birthmarks are harmless but if you are interested in having something removed TeenHealthFX recommends obtaining a referral to a dermatologist or plastic surgeon from your primary care doctor or pediatrician.
Signed: TeenHealthFX
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