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Many treatments have been tried for port-wine stains, including freezing, surgery, radiation, and tattooing.
Laser therapy has been the most successful at eliminating port-wine stains. It is the only method that can destroy the tiny blood vessels in the skin without significantly damaging the skin. The exact type of laser used depends on the person's age and particular port-wine stain.
Stains on the face respond better to laser...
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