Cherry Angiomas

Treatment for Small Red Vascular Spots

Cherry angiomas are benign skin growths made up of small blood vessels. They often appear as bright red, purple or dark red spots on the skin and can be flat or slightly raised.

We offer private assessment and treatment of cherry angiomas. Your clinician will examine the area carefully, decide whether it looks like it can be removed and discuss the best approach for your skin.

Why Cherry Angiomas Appear

Cherry angiomas can develop slowly over time as you age. They may show up on the chest, back, abdomen, arms, face or anywhere else on the body. Some people have just one, while others have several throughout their lifetime.

They are usually harmless but can be a pain if they get caught on clothing, shaving, jewellery or towels. Other people choose removal because they can see the angioma or find it cosmetically annoying.

When You May Want Them Checked

Cherry angiomas are typically benign, but any new or changing skin lesion should be evaluated before treatment. This helps ensure the mark is properly identified and is appropriate for removal. You may want to make an appointment if the lesion is:

A new bright red or purple spot
Bleeding, catching or rubbing from minor contact
In an obvious or inconvenient location
Change in size, colour or surface appearance
Causing concern

Your clinician will assess the lesion before advising treatment.

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A Closer Look Before Removal

Not all red skin lesions require treatment without proper assessment. Some skin lesions may look alike, especially if they are bleeding, dark, irregular or changing.

The clinician will want to know how long you have had the angioma, if it has grown, if it bleeds and if you have noticed any other skin changes. This helps determine whether simple removal is acceptable or if a more in depth review is required.

Removal Options for Suitable Lesions

Cherry angiomas can usually be treated with a minor skin procedure depending on their size, location, and appearance. The idea is to reduce or eliminate the visible red spot but keep the surrounding skin protected.

At your appointment, your clinician will talk to you about what will work best for you.

What Happens During the Appointment

Your appointment will start with a consultation and skin assessment. The doctor will examine the cherry angioma, discuss your medical history and explain treatment options.

If removal is necessary, the area can be cleaned and numbed if needed. Treatment itself is usually quick but the whole appointment involves assessment, preparation and aftercare advice.

Healing After Treatment

The area may look red, a little swollen or form a small scab as it heals. You may experience mild tenderness or temporary change in skin colour. Aftercare could include:

Keeping the treated area clean and dry
Not scratching or picking a scab
Protecting the area from rubbing or irritation
Changing the dressing if required
Calling the clinic if pain, redness or discharge increases

Our team will explain what is normal and when to seek advice.

Scarring and Skin Colour Changes

Any skin procedure can leave a little mark or scar. The final look depends on the size of the angioma, the method of treatment, the body part, the skin type and how your skin heals.

Your doctor will tell you what result is realistic before you have treatment. The goal is to treat the lesion safely and to achieve the cleanest cosmetic result possible.

If a Lesion Looks Unusual

If the lesion has unusual features, is changing quickly, bleeding without clear cause, is very dark, irregular or difficult to identify, the removal may not be done right away.

In these instances your clinician may refer you for specialist dermatology review, biopsy or other investigation prior to treatment.

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