Although hemangiomas are usually not a health threat, they can be unsightly, especially when they are in visible areas of the body, such as the face or hands. In such cases, due to their impact on appearance, many people choose to have them removed to improve their psychological and aesthetic comfort. Laser removal is an ideal solution because it works precisely, removing the blemish without damaging surrounding tissues, ensuring a quick return to normal skin appearance without the need for traditional surgical methods. The procedure is safe and painless, and most importantly, it does not leave any scars behind.
WHAT ARE CAPILLARIES?
Hemangiomas are benign lumps that form as a result of excessive development of small blood vessels. They are considered tumor-like growths, but due to their non-malignant nature, they do not pose a threat to health. The occurrence of hemangiomas on the skin depends on the type of hemangioma. They most commonly appear on the upper half of the body, where the skin is thin and delicate, such as on the face, neck, décolletage, arms, hairy skin of the head, hands, fingers, torso, and less frequently on other parts of the body.
Hemangiomas are not large and usually are the size of a pinhead. They often have an intensely pink or ruby color, but sometimes they can be slightly bluish or brown, especially if they persist on the skin for a longer time. A distinct border can be observed between the hemangioma and healthy skin, although a smooth edge may not be present.
TYPES OF BIRTHMARKS
- Spider angiomas appear as numerous small red bumps branching out from a central point, resembling spider legs. They fade under pressure and are most commonly found on the face, upper chest, back, and arms. They usually affect women and children more often than men. They can occur as single lesions on the skin, but multiple lesions are more common. Spider angiomas do not cause pain or pose a health risk, but can be a significant cosmetic concern.
- Ruby angiomas (senile angiomas) are bright red in color and typically have a round, raised shape. They range in size from one to several millimeters and may look like soft, red balls of clay stuck to the skin. They can be found anywhere on the body. Ruby angiomas are benign growths that usually appear in adults over the age of thirty, with their numbers increasing with age. They do not pose any health risks, but they do not tend to spontaneously regress.
- Flat angiomas are non-raised red patches on the skin. They are most commonly seen in children, often appearing in infancy and tending to fade over time. If a flat angioma persists on the skin when the child is around 12 years old, it is likely to be a permanent change.