What is a Cherry Hemangioma?

Cherry Hemangiomas are small mole-like vascular malformations that can appear on the face and neck but are normally more prevelant on the body. Cherry Hemangiomas are a made up of a concentration of microscopic blood vessels grouped very closely together at the surface of the skin. Most patients that get cherry hemangiomas notice that they tend to appear more frequently as they age. They appear in all races and both sexes. They can be heavily concentrated on the chest back, neck or even scalp. Cherry hemangiomas do not pose a health risk and are normally treated as a cosmetic condition.

Causes of Cherry Hemangiomas

It is not known what causes cherry hemangiomas.