Little Nisreen was born with a hemangioma, a common benign vascular birthmark caused by an overgrowth of blood vessels. In many children, hemangiomas grow for a period before gradually shrinking and fading. But in Nisreen’s case, the lesion continued to enlarge, eventually affecting the area around one of her eyes.

⚠️ As the hemangioma grew, it began interfering with the development of vision in that eye, leading to amblyopia, commonly known as “lazy eye.” Doctors have warned that without timely and specialized treatment, Nisreen could face permanent vision loss in the affected eye. Because the advanced care she needs is not available where her family lives, her parents are urgently trying to reach experienced specialists abroad before irreversible damage occurs.

😊 Despite everything, Nisreen continues to smile, play, and explore the world around her, unaware of the urgency surrounding her condition. Her parents remain determined to find the treatment she needs, hoping to protect her vision and give her the best possible future.

👁️ Hemangiomas located around the eye can affect vision in several ways. They may block the visual axis, put pressure on the eye and cause astigmatism, or make the eyelid droop. If these problems interfere with normal visual development for too long, amblyopia can become permanent.

🩺 Treatment depends on the individual case, but oral beta-blockers such as propranolol are commonly used as first-line therapy for problematic infantile hemangiomas. Other treatments or surgery may sometimes be considered when the condition is particularly complex. Access to experienced pediatric ophthalmologists and specialists in vascular anomalies can be especially important when a hemangioma threatens a child’s vision.

💗 Nisreen’s story highlights the determination of families who seek specialized care across borders and the importance of recognizing hemangiomas that can affect vision early. For children like Nisreen, timely specialist treatment may make all the difference in protecting the gift of sight.