Nevus flammeus and psychosocial problems

[I less than three logic]

As I look up some info on nevus flammeus, more commonly known a port-wine stain, I keep finding references to psychosocial problems associated with the condition. Here is an excerpt from a paper on emedicine.com:

Isolated CMs (capillary malformation) do not appear to cause an increase in mortality; however, psychosocial disability secondary to facial disfigurement can be overwhelming. Several studies demonstrate that patients with facial CMs exhibit greater self-concern, ruminative self-doubt in interpersonal interactions, social inhibition, isolated and passive orientation in interpersonal relationships, stigmatization from society, and limitations of privileges and opportunities otherwise afforded to those without facial disfigurement.

http://www.emedicine.com/derm/topic295.htm

I can find plenty of studies on removal treatments for nevus flammeus (almost all of them have poor results), but I can’t seem to find any on the psychological and other social problems that can arise. Perhaps some of you have psychology or medical backgrounds and could help provide some additional information. Thanks.

 

[Arkan_Wolfshade]

I believe the solution they would need would be therapy.

 

[I less than three logic]

I expected as much, although, I’m not partially fond of the prospect.

Guess I’m looking for some studies that show which kinds of therapy work best. Should I expect to just be prescribed a pill and be done with it? Are there any studies that show this is effective? How overwhelming can the problems be, and what are some reasonable expectations for improvement with therapy?

To me, the field of psychology seems like it could be especially prone to woo, maybe some advice on how to notice it and what to avoid. I’d hate to jump into something without at least a basic understanding of what I’m getting into. Just trying to do my homework here and any info or ideas would be appreciated.

 

[Rolfe]

I understood that there is now some sort of laser treatment which works very well. Except that it doesn't work well on patients who have previously had certain other types of treatment. I've a very clear recollection of seeing what looked like good results on a TV report on the new treatment.

Worth googling some more? (We are talking about the congenital "birth mark", aren't we?)

Rolfe.