Cherry angioma is the most common kind of angioma. It is also called a Senile angioma.

Structure

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These are made up of clusters of tiny capillaries at the surface of the skin, and range in color from bright red to purple. When they first develop, they may only be a few millimeters across, but sometimes grow to a centimeter or more in diameter. As they grow larger, they tend to expand in thickness, and may take on the raised and rounded shape of a dome. Because the blood vessels comprising the angioma are so close to the skin's surface, cherry angiomas may bleed profusely if they are injured. For this reason, removal of a cherry angioma should take place under a doctor's care.

Treatment

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Physicians may use cryosurgery, electrosurgery, or laser treatment to remove cherry angiomas.

External links

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• NIH
• HealthScout
• FPNotebook

Dermatology