Cherry angioma

Alternative names:

angioma - cherry

Treatment:

Cherry angiomas generally require no treatment. If cosmetically displeasing, angiomas may be removed by surgery, freezing (cryotherapy) or burning (electrosurgery/cautery).

Expectations (prognosis):

Cherry angiomas are benign and generally harmless. Removal usually does not cause scarring.

Complications:

• changes in appearance
• psychological distress

Calling your health care provider:

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if symptoms indicate cherry angioma and removal is desired.

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if the appearance of a cherry angioma or any skin lesion changes.