Cherry Haemangioma Flashcards

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Are they benign?

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Yes

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What are they?

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Abnormal proliferation of capillaries

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Who do they affect?

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More common with advancing age

Affect men and women equally

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Describe the lesions

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Erythematous papular lesion
Typically 1-3mm in size
Non blanching
Not found on mucous membranes

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How are they managed?

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No treatment as benign

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