Hemangioma
A birthmark often appearing as a rubbery, bright red nodule of extra blood vessels.
- Medium-term: resolves within months
- Usually self-treatable
- Usually self-diagnosable
- Lab tests or imaging rarely required
Hemangiomas are seen more frequently among preterm infants.
A hemangioma is a birthmark that grows during the first year of life and fades over time. It can appear on the face, scalp, chest, or back.
Most hemangiomas disappear on their own. In rare cases, a hemangioma can interfere with vision or cause other symptoms, and can be treated with drugs or laser surgery.
Common: More than 200,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
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